PriceProtect™
DriveShield™
GarageGuard™
Services
Insurance
Car Insurance
Compare Car Insurance with Jerry
Jerry’s Expert Advice
Car Insurance Estimates
Home & Renters Insurance
Renters Insurance
Repairs
Car Repair Estimates
Repair Estimates for Popular Services
Advice
Read Car Content
Browse Jerry Car Advice
Check Out Expert Car QnA
Learn About How We Create Content
Jerry Data & Research
Can spark plugs cause engine light to come on?
The engine light on my vehicle is on and the engine keeps misfiring. Are my spark plugs to blame?
Lindsey Hoover · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Sorry to hear about your vehicle! Corroded or dirty spark plugs can cause your engine to misfire, which in turn causes your vehicle to send a signal to its computer that something is amiss. When this happens, your
check engine light
will most likely come on.You should check your vehicel’s spark plug and wires often because both are likely to get damaged from exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, engine chemicals like oil and coolant, and electrical stresses——all things that happen naturally over time.
Below we list some common warning signs that it may be time to replace your spark plugs:
- Engine is misfiring
- Engine is making knocking noises
- Rough idling
- Problems starting your engine
If your check engine light comes on and you’re unsure what the problem is, we suggest taking your car to a mechanic. They can inspect and diagnose the issue.
Wondering how you can further protect your vehicle?
Jerry
can help you find great car insurance
coverage at an even better rate.It’s simple: start by downloading the Jerry app and answering a few questions. Then, in under a minute, Jerry will provide you with quotes from over 55+ of the top insurance companies on the market today. Once you make your pick, Jerry takes care of the rest!
Jerry users save on average $800 a year on car insurance!
View full answer
- Gregory R.
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.
Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance
You Might Also Be Interested
Read Advice From Car Experts At Jerry
What Others Are Asking
Browse More Content
Insurance in Your State
Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance
No long forms
No spam or unwanted phone calls
Quotes from top insurance companies