AutoCodes - OBDII Code List - P0300 NISSAN

P0300 NISSAN - Cylinder Misfire Detected Random Cylinders

Repair Importance Level: 3/3

Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3 What is this?

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Possible Causes
How To Fix
Tech Notes
Cost to Diagnose
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P0300 NISSAN Possible Causes

What does this mean?

Faulty spark plug (s)
Faulty ignition coil (s)
Clogged or faulty fuel injector (s)
Intake air leak
Fuel injectors harness is open or shorted
Fuel Injectors circuit poor electrical connection
Ignition coils harness is open or shorted
Ignition coils circuit poor electrical connection
Insufficient cylinders compression
Incorrect fuel pressure

How do I fix code P0300 NISSAN?

Check the "Possible Causes" listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector's pins.

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Tech Notes

What does this mean?

The P0300 code means that a cylinder(s) is misfiring or is randomly misfiring. Start by checking for intake leaks, intake gaskets are commonly caused of multi-cylinder misfiring. If no leak is found the next step is to replace the spark plugs. If the problem persists more tests need to be done to diagnose the problem, see "Possible Causes".

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Cost of diagnosing the P0300 NISSAN code

Labor: 1.0

The cost of diagnosing the P0300 NISSAN code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicle's make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

When is the code detected?

The control module monitors the crankshaft speed and has detected a misfire condition

Possible Symptoms

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

P0300 NISSAN 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.

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