Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
Powertrain Code · High
What does P0301 mean?
Misfire detected in cylinder 1. Typically caused by a worn spark plug, bad ignition coil, faulty fuel injector, or low compression in that cylinder.
System: Ignition
P0301 is a powertrain diagnostic trouble code indicating cylinder 1 misfire detected. This code is classified as high severity, which means: address soon — may cause further damage. We have vehicle-specific diagnostic data for 50 models below. Select your vehicle for tailored causes, symptoms, and repair cost estimates.
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