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P0301 — Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected

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What P0301 means

Avoid long trips

The ECU detects misfires specifically in cylinder 1 — narrows diagnosis compared to the generic P0300.

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General information, not a diagnosis or repair instruction. Always confirm with a qualified mechanic for your specific vehicle.

Common causes

  • Faulty or clogged fuel injector (cylinder 1)
  • Cylinder 1 spark plug or coil
  • Worn or failing ignition coils
  • Worn or fouled spark plug

Symptoms

  • Check-engine light flashing under hard acceleration
  • Engine shaking at idle
  • Stumble or hesitation under load
  • Повышенный расход топлива
  • Rough idle
  • Loss of power
  • Engine misfiring
$180.00$450.00
Estimated repair cost rangeUSD
Low$180.00
Typical$280.00
High$450.00

Editorial estimate — no owner reports yet

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