P0303 indicates that the third cylinder of the engine is misfiring, meaning that the combustion cycle was incomplete. It is usually a sign of fuel pressure or compression problems, as well as faults in the ignition system or delivery system. The car's engine management system stores the DTC when it detects fluctuations in the rotational speed of the engine crankshaft.
Causes of the faultIt means that a misfire has been detected in the third engine cylinder.
Misfires usually require immediate attention as they can seriously affect the driveability of the vehicle and cause extensive internal or catalytic converter damage.
Fault code P0303 - Cylinder 3 Misfire Detected can occur with any car but is most often found on the following cars:
If you get the code P0303 on your car, make sure that the diagnostics are carried out correctly and the error is still relevant. Check for symptoms associated with the problem and explore options for resolving it.
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