P0301 MERCEDES-BENZ – Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected

 

P0301: DIY Repairing Video Tutorial

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P0301 MERCEDES-BENZ Possible Symptoms

  Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light),Lack/loss of power,Hard start,Engine hesitation  

P0301 MERCEDES-BENZ Possible Causes

  Faulty spark plug 1,Clogged or faulty fuel injector 1,Faulty ignition coil 1,Fuel injector 1 harness is open or shorted,Fuel injector 1 circuit poor electrical connection,Ignition coil 1 harness is open or shorted,Ignition coil 1 circuit poor electrical connection,Insufficient cylinder 1 compression,Incorrect fuel pressure,Intake air leak  

P0301 MERCEDES-BENZ Description

  When a misfire occurs, engine speed will fluctuate. If the engine speed fluctuates enough to cause the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor signal to vary, the Engine Control Module (ECM) can determine that a misfire is occurring.