The fault could be further back in the ignition system. It could be a faulty plug lead or a problem with one or more of the coil packs, (some companies fit single 'multi blocks' and others fit one coil onto each plug).
I think yours will have a multi block coil pack. I don't think they are too expensive, possibly somewhere around the $80 to $100 area. They are easy enough to change your self.
If you are in any doubt get a good auto electrician to go over the car and help you trace the fault. Comment if you need any more help.
SOURCE: P0300 CODE ON 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM
Well, the code simply means that the engine has... a random misfire. As to why, that's going to take some work. Is it fuel, timing, compression, or electrical? I'd start with a compression test. Then throw a timing light on it, check for play on the valve train, run some fuel cleaner through the tank, and check your electrical connections. Hopefully, something will pop up. Good luck!
SOURCE: 2000 Camry 4 cyl 2.2L.
I have exactly the same problem and codes you listed on my 2000 Camry 4 cyl. I replaced the plugs which had no effect. My friend mechanic said the problem is deffinitely the wires and I could also need to replace the coil pack.
SOURCE: ENGINE MISFIRE AND SHAKING
check your wire harness on the top of the engine. Volvo must have bought harnesses from Mercedes. The insulation just cracks and disintegrates, then the wires short. Not good for an ignition system.Once they short It can fry the circuit for that cylinder in the computer. Does not set a code other than Misfire.
SOURCE: MIL indicates cylinder misfire on 1, 3, and 5
Check for
vacuum leaks on intake manifold,
the air tube between the air filter.
intake manifold vacuum hose.
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clean throttle plate with Berryman carburator cleaner
SEE sample picture HERE
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Also remove carbon built up behind the EGR valve and the EGR passage tube.
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Vacuum leak WILL offset the intended 14.7 to 1 air fuel ratio.
More un-metered air (leaks) will lean out the fuel mixture.
Use small amount of Berryman carb clearer at potential air leak area will help you identify trouble spot.
At idle,just spray and listen for the RPM surge.
The in-rush of carb clearer will increase the RPM on the motor.
Record the problem spot(s) and address it later.
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EGR carbon built up require 2+ hours to clean from start to finish.
You will need a new EGR base gasket before your start.
Locate and remove the EGR valve after the vehicle is cool down.
Carefully record the connector and vacuum line (for older vehicle) location by drawing an easily to follow diagram.
Remove the EGR valve.
Inspect the location of the carbon built-up inside the valve and the EGR passage tube.
SOAK these areas with WD-40 spary.
You will need a small screwdriver,cloth hanger and lot of newspaper and time to get this cleaning done right.
RE-SOAK the carbon and let it sit for over-night will also help.
One the last round,pass a shop vacuum of the EGR valve and the passage pipe.
Install the new EGR gasket and connectors.
Allow the vehicle to warm up outdoor to burn up any remaining WD-40.
Take it for a test drive.
Please rate my answer if it's useful to you.
Cheers,
Mustgo
SOURCE: 2006 RAV4 V6 multiple cylinder misfire, VSC, check engine and sli
You need a scanner to pull out the engine light codes.
Use a shopu manual to aid you with the diagnosis and repair.
The slip indicator and vsc light being on means these systems are not working. Once you pull the codes and do the repair and erase the codes the lights will go off.
There will be a code in there for the misfiring.
Good luck and keep me posted.
ENGINE MISFIRE
There are few possibilities that can cause engine misfire
issues. It can be issue with spark plugs or faulty spark plugs. Also get the
compression test done for cylinders. If any of cylinder shows low compression
then required, then that particular cylinder will cause misfire.
Also get obd codes scanned, the error code will let you know
which cylinder is misfiring or all cylinders are misfiring.
-----------
For your trouble shooting I suggest you to refer the help
oinks below. It has step by step details for many engine misfire issues.
----------
Click the link below:-----
Ford Explorer Cylinder Misfire?
http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/ford-explorer-cylinder-misfire.html
---------
Engine Misfire codes on Chevrolet Malibu?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
---------
Cylinder 6 Misfire?
http://howtobyme.blogspot.com/2011/12/cylinder-6-misfire.html
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Misfire on cylinder 4?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/misfire-on-cylinder-4.html
-----
While stop engine idles like cylinder missing?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/while-stop-engine-idles-like-cylinder.html
----------
Ford Explorer 5.0L: Engine Miss?
http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/ford-explorer-50l-engine-miss.html
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Oil on spark plugs and car misfires?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/oil-on-spark-plugs-and-car-misfires.html
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Can cylinder misfire Damage the Catalytic converter?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/02/can-cylinder-misfire-damage-catalytic.html
------------
Car misfires and error code P0306 and P0303 is shown?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/car-misfires-and-error-code-p0306-and.html
-----------
Chevrolet K1500 No spark, random misfire
http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2012/11/chevrolet-k1500-no-sparkrandom-misfire.html
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2004 Ford F150: Engine Misfire and Lean Code?
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/05/2004-ford-f150-engine-misfire-and-lean.html
-----------
1995 Toyota LS: Misfire at idle or low RPM
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/04/1995-toyota-ls-misfire-at-idle-or-low.html
--------------
Toyota Corolla:
Random Misfire?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/04/toyota-corolla-random-misfire.html
----------
2006 Ford Freestar: Misfire on Cylinder Number 2?
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/2006-ford-freestar-misfire-on-cylinder.html
-----------------------------
This will help.
Thanks.
How to Increase gas mileage?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-increase-gas-mileage-on-2011.html---------
For
car not changing gears it can be shifter assembly issue, or it can also be
transmission issue. Get the shifter assembly inspected with ignition OFF.
For
more troubleshooting, I suggest you to get the Following help link checked, its
complete step by step procedure to inspect gear shift issues: -----
GEAR SHIFT ISSUES
http://alltypesofpartsreplacing.blogspot.com/2012/11/gear-shift-issues.html
==========
Car
not starting or turning over indicates towards multiple possibilities. It can
be issue with battery or weak battery. But if battery checks out ok, then it
can be starter issue or faulty alternator or problem with low fuel pressure or
no spark at spark plugs due to dirty spark plugs or faulty ignition coil or
injectors getting cracked or dirty and needs to be cleaned.
To
confirm the problem, the basic troubleshooting is required.
From
start to end troubleshooting these problems I suggest you
to check the help link below and follow its procedure: -----
Mostly all types
of car no start problems are discussed here with solutions.
CAR NO START: ENGINE NOT TURNING
OVER:
http://alltypesofpartsreplacing.blogspot.com/2012/11/car-no-start-engine-not-turning-over.html
----------
ENGINE MISFIRE
There are few possibilities that can cause engine misfire
issues. It can be issue with spark plugs or faulty spark plugs. Also get the
compression test done for cylinders. If any of cylinder shows low compression
then required, then that particular cylinder will cause misfire.
Also get obd codes scanned, the error code will let you know
which cylinder is misfiring or all cylinders are misfiring.
-----------
For your trouble shooting I suggest you to refer the help
oinks below. It has step by step details for many engine misfire issues.
----------
Click the link below:-----
Ford Explorer Cylinder Misfire?
http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/ford-explorer-cylinder-misfire.html
---------
Engine Misfire codes on Chevrolet Malibu?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
---------
Cylinder 6 Misfire?
http://howtobyme.blogspot.com/2011/12/cylinder-6-misfire.html
------------
Misfire on cylinder 4?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/misfire-on-cylinder-4.html
-----
While stop engine idles like cylinder missing?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/while-stop-engine-idles-like-cylinder.html
----------
Ford Explorer 5.0L: Engine Miss?
http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/ford-explorer-50l-engine-miss.html
-----------
Oil on spark plugs and car misfires?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/oil-on-spark-plugs-and-car-misfires.html
------------
Can cylinder misfire Damage the Catalytic converter?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/02/can-cylinder-misfire-damage-catalytic.html
------------
Car misfires and error code P0306 and P0303 is shown?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/car-misfires-and-error-code-p0306-and.html
-----------
Chevrolet K1500 No spark, random misfire
http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2012/11/chevrolet-k1500-no-sparkrandom-misfire.html
-------------
2004 Ford F150: Engine Misfire and Lean Code?
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/05/2004-ford-f150-engine-misfire-and-lean.html
-----------
1995 Toyota LS: Misfire at idle or low RPM
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/04/1995-toyota-ls-misfire-at-idle-or-low.html
--------------
Toyota Corolla:
Random Misfire?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/04/toyota-corolla-random-misfire.html
----------
2006 Ford Freestar: Misfire on Cylinder Number 2?
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/2006-ford-freestar-misfire-on-cylinder.html
-----------------------------
This will help.
Thanks.
There are few possibilities that can cause engine misfire
issues. It can be issue with spark plugs or faulty spark plugs. Also get the
compression test done for cylinders. If any of cylinder shows low compression
then required, then that particular cylinder will cause misfire.
Also get obd codes scanned, the error code will let you know
which cylinder is misfiring or all cylinders are misfiring.
-----------
For your trouble shooting I suggest you to refer the help
oinks below. It has step by step details for many engine misfire issues.
----------
Click the link below:-----
Ford Explorer Cylinder Misfire?
http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/ford-explorer-cylinder-misfire.html
---------
Engine Misfire codes on Chevrolet Malibu?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
---------
Cylinder 6 Misfire?
http://howtobyme.blogspot.com/2011/12/cylinder-6-misfire.html
------------
Misfire on cylinder 4?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/misfire-on-cylinder-4.html
-----
While stop engine idles like cylinder missing?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/while-stop-engine-idles-like-cylinder.html
----------
Ford Explorer 5.0L: Engine Miss?
http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/ford-explorer-50l-engine-miss.html
-----------
Oil on spark plugs and car misfires?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/oil-on-spark-plugs-and-car-misfires.html
------------
Can cylinder misfire Damage the Catalytic converter?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/02/can-cylinder-misfire-damage-catalytic.html
------------
Car misfires and error code P0306 and P0303 is shown?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/car-misfires-and-error-code-p0306-and.html
-----------
Chevrolet K1500 No spark, random misfire
http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2012/11/chevrolet-k1500-no-sparkrandom-misfire.html
-------------
2004 Ford F150: Engine Misfire and Lean Code?
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/05/2004-ford-f150-engine-misfire-and-lean.html
-----------
1995 Toyota LS: Misfire at idle or low RPM
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/04/1995-toyota-ls-misfire-at-idle-or-low.html
--------------
Toyota Corolla:
Random Misfire?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/04/toyota-corolla-random-misfire.html
----------
2006 Ford Freestar: Misfire on Cylinder Number 2?
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/2006-ford-freestar-misfire-on-cylinder.html
-----------------------------
This will help.
Thanks.
It can be issue with spark plugs or faulty spark plugs. Also
get the compression test done for cylinders. If any of cylinder shows low
compression then required, then that particular cylinder will cause misfire.
Also get obd codes scanned, the error code will let you know
which cylinder is misfiring or all cylinders are misfiring.
-----------
For your trouble shooting I suggest you to refer the help
oinks below. It has step by step details for many engine misfire issues.
----------
Click the link below:-----
Ford Explorer Cylinder Misfire?
http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/ford-explorer-cylinder-misfire.html
---------
Engine Misfire codes on Chevrolet Malibu?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
---------
Cylinder 6 Misfire?
http://howtobyme.blogspot.com/2011/12/cylinder-6-misfire.html
------------
Misfire on cylinder 4?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/misfire-on-cylinder-4.html
-----
While stop engine idles like cylinder missing?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/while-stop-engine-idles-like-cylinder.html
----------
Ford Explorer 5.0L: Engine Miss?
http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/ford-explorer-50l-engine-miss.html
-----------
Oil on spark plugs and car misfires?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/oil-on-spark-plugs-and-car-misfires.html
------------
Can cylinder misfire Damage the Catalytic converter?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/02/can-cylinder-misfire-damage-catalytic.html
------------
Car misfires and error code P0306 and P0303 is shown?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/car-misfires-and-error-code-p0306-and.html
-----------
Chevrolet K1500 No spark, random misfire
http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2012/11/chevrolet-k1500-no-sparkrandom-misfire.html
-------------
2004 Ford F150: Engine Misfire and Lean Code?
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/05/2004-ford-f150-engine-misfire-and-lean.html
-----------
1995 Toyota LS: Misfire at idle or low RPM
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/04/1995-toyota-ls-misfire-at-idle-or-low.html
--------------
Toyota Corolla:
Random Misfire?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/04/toyota-corolla-random-misfire.html
----------
2006 Ford Freestar: Misfire on Cylinder Number 2?
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/2006-ford-freestar-misfire-on-cylinder.html
-----------------------------
This will help.
Thanks.
There are few possibilities that can cause engine misfire issues.
It can be issue with spark plugs or faulty spark plugs. Also get the
compression test done for cylinders. If any of cylinder shows low compression
then required, then that particular cylinder will cause misfire.
Also get obd codes scanned, the error code will let you know
which cylinder is misfiring or all cylinders are misfiring.
-----------
For your trouble shooting I suggest you to refer the help
oinks below. It has step by step details for many engine misfire issues.
----------
Click the link below:-----
Ford Explorer Cylinder Misfire?
http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/ford-explorer-cylinder-misfire.html
---------
Engine Misfire codes on Chevrolet Malibu?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
---------
Cylinder 6 Misfire?
http://howtobyme.blogspot.com/2011/12/cylinder-6-misfire.html
------------
Misfire on cylinder 4?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/misfire-on-cylinder-4.html
-----
While stop engine idles like cylinder missing?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/while-stop-engine-idles-like-cylinder.html
----------
Ford Explorer 5.0L: Engine Miss?
http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/ford-explorer-50l-engine-miss.html
-----------
Oil on spark plugs and car misfires?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/oil-on-spark-plugs-and-car-misfires.html
------------
Can cylinder misfire Damage the Catalytic converter?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/02/can-cylinder-misfire-damage-catalytic.html
------------
Car misfires and error code P0306 and P0303 is shown?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/car-misfires-and-error-code-p0306-and.html
-----------
Chevrolet K1500 No spark, random misfire
http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2012/11/chevrolet-k1500-no-sparkrandom-misfire.html
-------------
2004 Ford F150: Engine Misfire and Lean Code?
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/05/2004-ford-f150-engine-misfire-and-lean.html
-----------
1995 Toyota LS: Misfire at idle or low RPM
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/04/1995-toyota-ls-misfire-at-idle-or-low.html
--------------
Toyota Corolla:
Random Misfire?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/04/toyota-corolla-random-misfire.html
----------
2006 Ford Freestar: Misfire on Cylinder Number 2?
http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/2006-ford-freestar-misfire-on-cylinder.html
-----------------------------
This will help.
Thanks.
-----------
Bad miss at idle?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/bad-miss-at-idle.html
-----------
While stop engine idles
like cylinder missing?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/while-stop-engine-idles-like-cylinder.html
------------
Engine Misfire codes for
car?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
Engine Misfire codes?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
--------------
Misfire on cylinder 4?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/misfire-on-cylinder-4.html
-----------
Oil on spark plugs and car misfires?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/oil-on-spark-plugs-and-car-misfires.html
----------
This will help.
Thanks.
-----------
Bad miss at idle?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/bad-miss-at-idle.html
-----------
While stop engine idles
like cylinder missing?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/while-stop-engine-idles-like-cylinder.html
------------
Engine Misfire codes for
car?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
Engine Misfire codes?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
--------------
Misfire on cylinder 4?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/misfire-on-cylinder-4.html
-----------
Oil on spark plugs and car misfires?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/oil-on-spark-plugs-and-car-misfires.html
----------
This will help.
Thanks.
-----------
Bad miss at idle?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/bad-miss-at-idle.html
-----------
While stop engine idles
like cylinder missing?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/while-stop-engine-idles-like-cylinder.html
------------
Engine Misfire codes for
car?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
Engine Misfire codes?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
--------------
Misfire on cylinder 4?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/misfire-on-cylinder-4.html
-----------
Oil on spark plugs and car misfires?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/oil-on-spark-plugs-and-car-misfires.html
----------
This will help.
Thanks.
-----------
Bad miss at idle?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/bad-miss-at-idle.html
-----------
While stop engine idles
like cylinder missing?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/while-stop-engine-idles-like-cylinder.html
------------
Engine Misfire codes for
car?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
Engine Misfire codes?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
--------------
Misfire on cylinder 4?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/misfire-on-cylinder-4.html
-----------
Oil on spark plugs and car misfires?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/oil-on-spark-plugs-and-car-misfires.html
----------
This will help.
Thanks.
For engine misfiring problem check the
help links mentioned below. Click the link below to go through the
troubleshooting procedure :---- OBD-II Trouble Code P0300?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/obd-ii-trouble-code-p0300.html
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Engine misses and truck jumps? Hard to down
shift? Issue with high gear only?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/engine-miss-and-truck-jumps-hard-to.html
-----------
Bad miss at idle?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/bad-miss-at-idle.html
-----------
While stop engine idles
like cylinder missing?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/while-stop-engine-idles-like-cylinder.html
------------
Engine Misfire codes for
car?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
Engine Misfire codes?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/engine-misfire-codes-on-chevrolet.html
--------------
Misfire on cylinder 4?
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/misfire-on-cylinder-4.html
-----------
Oil on spark plugs and car misfires?
http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/oil-on-spark-plugs-and-car-misfires.html
----------
This will help.
Thanks.
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