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    teddybear87 Posts: 8, Reputation: 1
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    May 24, 2011, 05:32 PM
    Monte Carlo LS
    I have a 1997 Monte Carlo LS recently I keep getting the small faint smell of gas coming from the engine but when I look I see no leaks. I can also hear a small knock in the engine not loud and rough but still enough to hear and feel it. I also sometimes put the gas down on it and it doesn't want to take off but then kicks in like nothing happened.
    Anything on this subject will be a big help thanks.
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    May 24, 2011, 05:44 PM

    . Replace the Ignition Control Module (ICM). It sounds like it is failing and allowing unburned gas to build-up. Incomplete combustion can later ignite, blowing the exhaust system off the car. I would also replace the coil packs and plug wires, while you are at it.

    . Change the spark plugs (ACDelco only). You may need to use the next colder plug--this often takes care of engine knock in warmer weather.

    I would be surprised if this didn't solve your problem.
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    May 24, 2011, 06:19 PM
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    Thank you :)
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