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Just asking...was the throttle open when you tested? Tried a leakdown test?

'Random misfire': what codes (if any) are you getting? Should be P301 for cylinder 1.

Unlikely, but if the valves have never been adjusted, you might have several that are out of spec. (Exhaust valves get tighter, especially when cold.)

If you check the valves, look for bad camshafts. Was an issue on 2002 - 2003 Elements and Vs.

Question on worn exhaust cam lobes 2003 w/288,000 miles

Hey All, Wondering if anyone can answer a question. I performed the first valve adjustment on my '03 with 288,000 miles today. Followed the great tutorial that "Eric the Car Guy" has on Youtube. Disassembly went fine, everything looked clean (regular oil changes, no hard driving). Here's...

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