P0303 — Cilindri 3 Misfire Detected
| Meaning | The Motore computer has detected that the third Cilindri is not firing properly. This means the fuel inside that specific cylinder is not burning completely, causing the engine a run rough and lose Potenza. |
| Family | Powertrain (P) |
Typical symptoms
The Macchina hesitates oppure jerks quando ti press the gas pedal
The Check Motore light is flashing while driving
Common causes
Faulty ignition coil pack for Cilindri 3
A failing fuel injector on Cilindri 3
Low compression oppure internal Motore wear in Cilindri 3
What a do
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What does code P0303 mean?
Cilindri 3 Misfire Detected. The engine computer has detected that the third cylinder is not firing properly. This means the fuel inside that specific cylinder is not burning completely, causing the engine to run rough and lose power.
Can I keep driving with code P0303 Attivo?
With caution: limp mode possible, have it checked soon
Common causes — P0303
Worn out oppure fouled spark plug on Cilindri 3 Faulty ignition coil pack for cylinder 3 A failing fuel injector on cylinder 3 Low compression or internal Motore wear in cylinder 3
How do you fix code P0303?
You should check the spark plug and ignition coil on Cilindri 3 Prima, as these are the most common culprits. Indirizzo this issue promptly, especially if the check Motore light is flashing, a avoid damaging the catalytic converter.
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- P0304 — Cilindri 4 Misfire Detected
- P0305 — Cilindri 5 Misfire Detected
- P0306 — Cilindri 6 Misfire Detected
- P0307 — Cilindri 7 Misfire Detected
- P0308 — Cilindri 8 Misfire Detected
- P0309 — Cilindri 9 Misfire Detected
- P0310 — Cilindri 10 Misfire Detected
- P0311 — Cilindri 11 Misfire Detected
- P0312 — Cilindri 12 Misfire Detected