Number three coil pack keep burning up

Error Code: P0303
Description:
Cylinder 3 - Misfire Detected
Possible Cause:
Wiring harness, igniter and fuel injector connectors.
Ignition system. (Spark plugs gaps)
Fuel injector No. 3.
Fuel pressure.
Running out of fuel.
EVAP canister purge valve.
Evaporative emission system.
Low compression, cylinder No.3. (check valve clearance and throttle plate for excessive wear)
Engine control module (ECM).

that code is not a sensor code that is a missfire code , you have a miss fire in cylinder number 3 , check you spark plugs or coil for that cylinder , with that code car will run rough ( shaking ) and some time the car wont even start in small engine . let me know hosw it gos

Vehicles: Any vehicle with the above symptoms.

You have a bad spark plug wire on #3, or possibly a clogged/malfunctioning fuel injector on Cylinder #3. Or, less likely, some of the other possible culprits mentioned below (exhaust valve/O2 sensor/Catalytic converter/ECC).

I'm presuming the OBD-II DTC code from the Expedition's computer is P0303.
Always try resetting the code and see if it returns - your new spark plug and new coil pack may have fixed the problem, but if the P0303 code isn't reset, it'll remain stored,and the CEL (Check Engine Light) will remain lit.

If I were standing in front of the vehicle right now, the 1st thing I'd do is put my "mechanic's stethoscope" on the fuel injector with the motor running to verify correct operation. Why would I do this first? Its free, and informative. You'll hear both the explosion in the cylinder, and the "tic" sound of the fuel injector solenoid as the injector operates. Auscultate the properly functioning cylinders first, so you know what to listen for.

If all you have is a medical/Sprague-Rappaport stethoscope. remove the auscultation bell, and replace it with a 12-inch (36 cm) long wooden dowel or solid/hollow metal rod as a substitute. Sound will transmit just fine through the wood/metal. Prefer metal, if you have a choice.

Here's the "official" P0303 write-up:
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P0303 Code - Cylinder #3 Misfire
Technical Description

Cylinder #3 Misfire Detected

A P0303 code means that the the car's computer has detected that one of the engine's cylinders is not firing properly. In this case it's cylinder #3.
Symptoms
Symptoms may include:

the engine may be harder to start
the engine may stumble / stumble, and/or hesitate
other symptoms may also be present

Causes

A code P0303 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:

Faulty spark plug or wire
Faulty coil (pack)
Faulty oxygen sensor(s)
Faulty fuel injector
Burned exhaust valve
Faulty catalytic converter(s)
Running out of fuel
Poor compression
Defective computer (ECC)

Possible Solutions

If there are no symptoms, the simplest thing to do is to reset the code and see if it comes back.

If there are symptoms such as the engine is stumbling or hesitating, check all wiring and connectors that lead to the cylinders (i.e. spark plugs). Depending on how long the ignition components have been in the car, it may be a good idea to replace them as part of your regular maintenance schedule. I would suggest spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap, and rotor (if applicable). Otherwise, check the coils (a.k.a. coil packs). In some cases, the catalytic converter has gone bad. If you smell rotten eggs in the exhaust, your cat converter needs to be replaced. In other cases the problems were faulty fuel injectors.

Code info from:
http://www.obd-codes.com/p0303

Cylinder #3 Misfire Detected
What does that mean?

A P0303 code means that the the car's computer has detected that one of the engine's cylinders is not firing properly. In this case it's cylinder #3.
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• the engine may be harder to start
• the engine may stumble / stumble, and/or hesitate
• other symptoms may also be present

Causes

A code P0303 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:

• Faulty spark plug or wire
• Faulty coil (pack)
• Faulty oxygen sensor(s)
• Faulty fuel injector
• Burned exhaust valve
• Faulty catalytic converter(s)
• Running out of fuel
• Poor compression
• Defective computer

Possible Solutions

If there are no symptoms, the simplest thing to do is to reset the code and see if it comes back.

If there are symptoms such as the engine is stumbling or hesitating, check all wiring and connectors that lead to the cylinders (i.e. spark plugs). Depending on how long the ignition components have been in the car, it may be a good idea to replace them as part of your regular maintenance schedule. I would suggest spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap, and rotor (if applicable). Otherwise, check the coils (a.k.a. coil packs). In some cases, the catalytic converter has gone bad. If you smell rotten eggs in the exhaust, your cat converter needs to be replaced. I've also heard in other cases the problems were faulty fuel injectors.

p0303 is a mutible engine misfire on number 3 cylinder. the best fix,

A code P0303 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:

• Faulty spark plug or wire
• Faulty coil (pack)
• Faulty oxygen sensor(s)
• Faulty fuel injector
• Burned exhaust valve
• Faulty catalytic converter(s)
• Running out of fuel
• Poor compression
• but first of all check the wires and sparkplugs first!

cylinder 2&3 misfiring, inspect plugs if ok, mark and swap coil packs for known good ones clear codes, run eng brake torque it rev to cause missfire, repeat until check eng, lite comes on, recheck codes if changed cylinders replace coil packs if not, you have two bad injectors.

What does that mean?
A P0303 code means that the car's computer has detected that one of the engine's cylinders is not firing properly. In this case it's cylinder #3.
Symptoms may include:
· the engine may be harder to start
· the engine may stumble / stumble, and/or hesitate
· other symptoms may also be present
Causes:
A code P0303 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:
· Faulty spark plug or wire
· Faulty coil (pack)
· Faulty oxygen sensor(s)
· Faulty fuel injector
· Burned exhaust valve
· Faulty catalytic converter(s)
· Running out of fuel
· Poor compression
· Defective computer
Possible Solutions:
If there are no symptoms, the simplest thing to do is to reset the code and see if it comes back.If there are symptoms such as the engine is stumbling or hesitating, check all wiring and connectors that lead to the cylinders (i.e. spark plugs). Depending on how long the ignition components have been in the car, it may be a good idea to replace them as part of your regular maintenance schedule. I would suggest sparkplugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap and rotor (if applicable). Otherwise, check the coils (a.k.a. coil packs). In some cases, the catalytic converter has gone bad. If you smell rotten eggs in the exhaust, your cat converter needs to be replaced. I've also heard in other cases the problems were faulty fuel injectors.

The Specific code "P0303" is stating that the Third Cylinder or Cylinder number 3 Is mis-firing, thanks to all that you have done this has narrowed it down to two "confirmed" possible problems;

The first is that the Exhaust VALVE itself may be "Burned" and the Second may be a Poor condition or "Faulty" Catalytic converter(s).

This is only a possible cause but please keep in mind that on some certain models (not too sure about this specific model) there are multiple O2 Sensors located in different spots. (usually in or next to the preliminary and primary catalytic converts)

Also one of my experiences lead me to beleive that the Ignition Control Module (ICM) may be faulty causing the injector to not provide proper Fuel to the Cylinder.which will more often than not cause the computer chip to sense the misfiring as opposed to the bad signal from the ICM.

Hope it helps you out, and good luck.

Hello I need a help.
I have 1999 lincoln town car 4.6L V8.They have check engine light on. P 0303 cylinder 3 missfire.
I was changed spark plugs,fuel filter. check compression test 150psi. fuel pressuer 50.
swiching cylinder 1 to 3 fuel injector and coil. but they still have engine code

A P0303 code means that the the car's computer
has detected that one of the engine's cylinders is not firing properly. In this case it's cylinder #3.
Symptoms may include:

• the engine may be harder to start
• the engine may stumble / stumble, and/or hesitate
• other symptoms may also be present

A code P0303 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:

• Faulty spark plug or wire
• Faulty coil (pack)
• Faulty oxygen sensor(s)
• Faulty fuel injector
• Burned exhaust valve
• Faulty catalytic converter(s)
• Running out of fuel
• Poor compression
• Defective computer

If there are no symptoms, the simplest thing to do is to reset the code and see if it comes back.
If there are symptoms such as the engine is stumbling or hesitating, check all wiring and connectors that lead to the cylinders (i.e. spark plugs). Depending on how long the ignition components have been in the car, it may be a good idea to replace them as part of your regular maintenance schedule. I would suggest spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap, and rotor (if applicable). Otherwise, check the coils (a.k.a. coil packs). In some cases, the catalytic converter has gone bad. If you smell rotten eggs in the exhaust, your cat converter needs to be replaced. I've also heard in other cases the problems were faulty fuel injectors
.