P1300
Random Misfire
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Pre/post-heating relay fault | Tone wheel signal fault
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Ignitor Circuit
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Ignitor Circuit
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Ignitor Circuit
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Ignitor Circuit
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
TDC SNSR MAL
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Pre/post-heating relay fault | Tone wheel signal fault
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Boost Calibration Fault
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Ignition Coil 1 Primary Feedback Circuit
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Ignitor Circuit
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Ignitor Circuit
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Random Misfire
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Ignitor Circuit
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Random Misfire
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Igniter Circuit Malfunction Bank 1 Or No 1
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Boost Calibration Fault
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Boost Calibration Fault
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Ignition Timing Adjustment Circuit
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Ignitor Circuit
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Boost Calibration Fault
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Ignition timing adjustment circuit failure
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Torque Limitation Signal Low
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Ignitor Circuit
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Igniter circuit malfunction
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Igniter Circuit Malfunction No 1
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
Fault status
Similar codes
P1300
Misfire Detected Fuel Level Too Low
Causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs
- Failing ignition coils or coil-on-plug components
- Fuel injector failure, clogging, or poor spray pattern
- Low fuel pressure (weak pump, clogged filter, regulator fault)
- Vacuum leaks or intake manifold gasket leaks
- Faulty mass air flow (MAF) or MAP sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Rough idle or intermittent surging
- Reduced engine power or hesitation under load
- Poor fuel economy and increased emissions
- Occasional engine stumble or bucking
- Misfire detected in freeze frame or misfire counters
What to check
- Read stored/active DTCs and freeze-frame data; note rpm, load, temperature when misfire occurred
- Monitor live data: misfire counts per cylinder, long/short term fuel trim, fuel trims, MAF/MAP, O2 sensor voltages
- Scan for related codes (P0300–P0308 and sensor/fuel trim codes)
- Inspect spark plugs for wear, fouling, or oil contamination; check gap
- Test ignition coils (primary/secondary resistance, swap coil to see if misfire follows)
- Inspect wiring and connectors for coils and injectors; check grounds
Signal parameters
- Cylinder misfire counts (per-cylinder misfire counter)
- Crankshaft position sensor signal (timing/consistency)
- Camshaft position sensor signal
- Fuel rail pressure (psi or kPa)
- Injector pulse width (ms) and duty cycle
- Ignition coil primary and secondary resistance (ohms)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve freeze-frame and live data; confirm P1300 and check related P03xx codes to see if specific cylinders are identified.
- Clear codes, then perform a controlled road or loaded test while monitoring misfire counters and fuel/sensor data to reproduce the misfire.
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils on cylinders showing highest misfire counts; replace any plug or coil showing wear or failure.
- Swap ignition coil or injector between affected and known-good cylinder(s). If misfire follows the component, replace it.
- Measure fuel rail pressure and inspect fuel supply (pump, filter, regulator). Repair if pressure is out of specification.
- Perform injector tests (balance, current draw, spray pattern) and clean or replace clogged injectors.
- Check for intake vacuum leaks (smoke test), leaking intake manifold gaskets, or disconnected hoses; repair as needed.
- Test MAF/MAP and related sensors; clean MAF if contaminated, replace if out of spec. Verify fuel trims return to normal.
- If electrical faults suspected, inspect wiring harness, connectors, and grounds for intermittent faults; repair splices or corroded connectors.
- If misfire persists after ignition/fuel/sensor checks, perform compression and/or leak-down test to evaluate mechanical condition.
- After repair, clear codes and perform verification drive to ensure misfire no longer occurs and that fuel trims and O2 sensors behave normally.
Likely causes
- Worn or fouled spark plugs or failing coils
- Intermittent injector operation or clogged injector(s)
- Vacuum leak or intake leak causing lean condition
- Low fuel pressure or weak fuel pump
- Faulty MAF or MAP sensor skewing fuel delivery
- Intermittent wiring/connectors at coils/injectors or grounds
