Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Test Procedure
- AR1 CHECK FOR DTCS
Are DTCs P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307 or P0308 present?
Yes No GO to AR3. GO to AR2. - AR2 RECREATE THE MISFIRE SYMPTOM USING FREEZE FRAME AND CUSTOMER INFORMATION NOTE: To recreate the original conditions that set the DTC or caused the symptom, the vehicle may require driving.
- Access the misfire freeze frame data (if available) and record the operating conditions.
- Obtain information from the customer information worksheet or any other available data from the customer.
- Recreate the misfire symptom using the freeze frame and customer information.
Can the symptom be recreated?
Yes No GO to AR3. Unable to duplicate or identify the concern at this time. REFER to NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) PRESENT SYMPTOM CHART INDEX , if a driveability concern exists. - AR3 CHECK FOR OTHER NON-MISFIRE CONTINUOUS MEMORY DTCS
Are there any non-misfire continuous memory DTCs present?
Yes No DISREGARD the current diagnostic trouble code (DTC) at this time. DIAGNOSE the next DTC. GO to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHARTS AND DESCRIPTIONS . GO to AR4. - AR4 CHECK FOR DTCS
- Carry out the PCM KOEO self-test.
- Carry out the PCM KOER self-test.
- Carry out the injector electrical self-test.
Are any DTCs present other than P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304 P0305, P0306, P0307 or P0308?
Yes No DISREGARD the current diagnostic trouble code (DTC) at this time. DIAGNOSE the next DTC. GO to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHARTS AND DESCRIPTIONS . GO to AR5. - AR5 CHECK THE LOW PRESSURE FUEL SYSTEM NOTE: The fuel pump runs for 30 seconds then shuts off at ignition ON, engine OFF.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.