Have misfire, code P0316, any ideals? 86,000 miles on

The P0316 DTC code is a generic code that applies to all vehicles. This code means the powertrain control module (PCM) has detected a misfire shortly after startup, specifically within the first 1,000 revolutions. This code may also be triggered with another of the other misfire codes which are P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307, P0308, P0309, P0310, P0311, P0312. If you have another misfire trouble code also, you should diagnose and repair that code(s) first. Symptoms Symptoms of a P0316 DTC may include: MIL (Malfunction indicator lamp) illumination Rough engine start or idle Potential Causes Potential causes of this misfire code may include: Damaged or defective Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKP) CKP sensor wiring or connector fault Poor fuel quality Ran out of fuel Ignition system malfunction Fuel system malfunction: injector or fuel pump Mechanical engine problem Damaged PCM Possible Solutions First off, you'll want to repair any other misfire DTC codes if present prior to diagnosing this code. If you own a Ford vehicle and you have a P0316 along with one of the other misfire codes, you should check for appropriate TSBs (technical service bulletins), as there are some TSBs that in part involve reprogramming the PCM. Doing that requires specialized equipment. Some Ford vehicles even needed a new cylinder head as a result of the valve. Regardless, if you have a Ford with multiple misfire codes including this one, check for TSBs. If the P0316 is the only code, then it's time to do a bit more diagnosing of the crankshaft and camshaft position sensors, and their associated connectors and wiring. A tip we've found is "Since this code indicates a start up misfire, pay attention to items which may expand or contract when cold (if the code sets when the engine is cold), or hot (if the code sets on a hot restart)." Realistically, the freeze frame data from the PCM will be helpful in tracking down the problem. As will a good DVOM (digital volt-ohm meter), so you can perform tests on the wiring and the sensors.

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P0316 - Engine Misfire Detected on startup (first 1000 revolutions)

Possible Causes:
- Faulty Crankshaft Position (CKP)
- Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor harness is open or shorted
- Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor circuit poor electrical connection
- Ignition System
- Fuel Injectors
- Running out of fuel
- Fuel Quality
- Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)

Read more: http://engine-codes.com/p0316.html#ixzz31EDr0zUN

Are there any additonal codes being thrown for a misfire? Coils and plugs would be a likely culprit knowing this car

code p0303 refers to cyl 3 misfire detected ===causes engine mechanical fault--wiring--ignition/fuel system--injector--ECT/MAF sensor--ECM
code p0316 refers to misfire detected during start up --first 1000 revs===causes --engine mechanical fault--wiring--ignition/furl system--injector
the common fault cause is ignition/ fuel system and injectors so I would be checking fuel pressure and injector systems for clean and wiring connections are good especially on no 3 injector.

Hi,

Are you are referring to Fault Code P0316?

If yes, then P0316 = Misfire Detected On Startup (First 1000 Revolutions)

This is a generic code for all vehicle makes and as this code has not identified a particular ignition circuit, further diagnostic analysis will be required to determine the cause of the initial misfire.

If this misfire condition does not re-occur, your OBD computer will eventually erase this code.


Hope this helps.......

P0300 is a random misfire and P0316 is misfire at start-up.
If you have the V6, I would start by replacing the plugs and all the coils.
This is a little ******* the V6, since you have to remove the intake manifold, and the coils can be expensive. Coils are available on Ebay.
I've replaced all the coils on my 2002 Escape V6 after 100,000 miles. Typical V6 problem.

Generally, the issue could be the following from: http://www.obd-codes.com/p0300

A code P0300 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:

• Faulty spark plugs or wires
• Faulty coil (pack)
• Faulty oxygen sensor(s)
• Faulty fuel injector(s)
• Burned exhaust valve
• Faulty catalytic converter(s)
• Stuck/blocked EGR valve / passages
• Faulty camshaft position sensor
• Defective computer

Do you have another code in addition to this ?
The P0316 DTC is Misfire Detected On Startup (First 1000 Revolutions), which usually has another code set in addition to the P0316 code.

p0304
cylinder no.4 misfire detected

p0316
misfire detected during startup -first 1000 revolulations

take to local ford mechanic

P0300 is a random misfire code and P0316 is a misfire detected in the first 100 revolutions could be plugs or coil, wires? How many miles and was it ever tuned?

You will need to replace no 5 and no 6 coil pack and spark plugs. P0316 is random missfire that computer could not detect the cylinder that was causing it,just knew one was missfiring.
Coil packs are common concern on these vehicles. Can get oil leak into the coil pack wells and may also even get moisture into them.
If yours is a 3.9L it may be involved in owner satisfaction program 07M07 or 07N09 in which they will cover them under the program for up to 10yrs or 100000 miles which ever comes first.