P0300
2AR-FXE ENGINE CONTROL: SFI SYSTEM: P0300-P0304: Random / Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
DTC P0300 - Random / Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
DTC P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
DTC P0302 - Cylinder 2 Misfire Detected
DTC P0303 - Cylinder 3 Misfire Detected
DTC P0304 - Cylinder 4 Misfire Detected
DESCRIPTION
When the engine misfires, high concentrations of hydrocarbons (HC) enter the exhaust gas. Extremely high hydrocarbon concentration levels can cause an increase in exhaust emission levels. Extremely high concentrations of hydrocarbons can also cause increases in the three-way catalytic converter temperature, which may cause damage to the three-way catalytic converter. To prevent this increase in emissions and to limit the possibility of thermal damage, the ECM monitors the misfire count. When the temperature of the three-way catalytic converter reaches the point of thermal degradation, the ECM blinks the MIL. To monitor misfires, the ECM uses both the camshaft position sensor and the crankshaft position sensor. The camshaft position sensor is used to identify any misfiring cylinders and the crankshaft position sensor is used to measure variations in the crankshaft rotation speed. Misfires are counted when the crankshaft rotation speed variations exceed predetermined thresholds. If the misfire count exceeds the threshold levels, and could cause emission control system performance deterioration, the ECM illuminates the MIL and stores a DTC.
When DTCs for misfiring cylinders are randomly stored, but DTC P0300 is not stored, it indicates that misfires have been detected in different cylinders at different times. DTC P0300 is only stored when several misfiring cylinders are detected at the same time.
MONITOR DESCRIPTION
The ECM illuminates the MIL and stores a DTC when either one of the following conditions, which could cause emission deterioration, is detected (2 trip detection logic).
- Within the first 1000 crankshaft revolutions after the engine starts, an excessive number of misfires (approximately 10 to 70 misfires per 1000 crankshaft revolutions) occurs once.
- An excessive number of misfires (approximately 10 to 70 misfires per 1000 crankshaft revolutions) occurs a total of 4 times.
The ECM flashes the MIL (immediately detection logic) and stores a DTC (2 trip detection logic) when either one of the following conditions, which could cause damage to the three-way catalytic converter, is detected.
- At a high engine speed, a sufficient amount of misfires to damage the catalyst occurring within 200 crankshaft revolutions is detected once.
- At a normal engine speed, a sufficient amount of misfires to damage the catalyst occurring within 200 crankshaft revolutions is detected 3 times.
MONITOR STRATEGY
TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS
Misfire
Monitor Period of Emission-related Misfire
Monitor Period of Catalyst-damaging Misfire (MIL Blinks)
TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS
Monitor Period of Emission-related Misfire
Monitor Period of Catalyst-damaging Misfire (MIL Blinks)
MONITOR RESULT
Refer to detailed information in Checking Monitor Status Mode 6 Data.
P0300: Misfire / EWMA MISFIRE
P0300: Misfire / MISFIRE RATE
P0301: Misfire / EWMA MISFIRE1
P0301: Misfire / MISFIRE RATE1
P0302: Misfire / EWMA MISFIRE2
P0302: Misfire / MISFIRE RATE2
P0303: Misfire / EWMA MISFIRE3
P0303: Misfire / MISFIRE RATE3
P0304: Misfire / EWMA MISFIRE4
P0304: Misfire / MISFIRE RATE4
HINT
*: EWMA (Exponential Weighted Moving Average) misfire counts for last 10 driving cycles (calculated) Calculation: 0.1 x (current counts) + 0.9 x (previous average)
Initial value for (previous average) = 0
CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN
1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
2. Turn the power switch on (IG).
3. Turn the Techstream on.
4. Record the DTC(s) and freeze frame data.
5. Clear the DTCs (even if no DTCs are stored, perform the clear DTC procedure).
6. Put the engine in inspection mode (maintenance mode) Component Tests and General Diagnostics.
7. Using the Techstream, switch the ECM from normal mode to check mode Check Mode Procedure.
8. Read the misfire counts of each cylinder, Cylinder #1 Misfire Count to Cylinder #4 Misfire Count, with the engine idling. If any misfire count is displayed, skip the following confirmation driving pattern.
9. Drive the vehicle so that the vehicle conditions displayed in Misfire RPM and Misfire Load of the Data List are the same as the freeze frame data. Perform this step several times.
HINT
In order to store misfire DTCs, it is necessary to operate the vehicle for the period of time shown in the table below, confirm the Misfire RPM and Misfire Load in the Data List.
10. Check whether misfires have occurred by checking DTCs and freeze frame data.
HINT
Do not turn the power switch off until the output DTC(s) and freeze frame data have been recorded. When the ECM returns to normal mode (default), the stored DTC(s), freeze frame data and other data are cleared.
11. Record the DTC(s), freeze frame data and misfire counts.
12. Turn the power switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
13. Clear the DTCs (even if no DTCs are stored, perform the clear DTC procedure).
WIRING DIAGRAM
Refer to DTC P0102 for the mass air flow meter sub-assembly circuit P0102.
Refer to Fuel Injector Circuit Fuel Injector Circuit.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
NOTICE:
Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following inspection procedure.
HINT
* If any DTCs other than misfire DTCs are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.
* Read freeze frame data using the Techstream. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as freeze frame data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.
* If the misfire does not recur when the vehicle is brought to the workshop, reproduce the conditions stored in the ECM as freeze frame data.
* If the misfire still cannot be reproduced even though the conditions stored in the ECM as freeze frame data have been reproduced, one of the following factors is considered to be a possible cause of the problem:
(1) There was insufficient fuel in the tank.
(2) Improper fuel was used.
(3) The spark plugs have been contaminated.
(4) The problem requires further diagnosis.
* After finishing repairs, check the misfire counts of the cylinders (Cylinder #1 Misfire Count to Cylinder #4 Misfire Count).
* Be sure to confirm that no misfiring cylinder DTCs are stored again by conducting the confirmation driving pattern after finishing repairs.
* When one of Short FT #1 or Long FT #1 in the freeze frame data is outside the range of +/-20%, the air fuel ratio may be rich (-20% or less) or lean (20% or higher).
* When Coolant Temp in the freeze frame data is below 75°C (167°F), the misfires have occurred only while warming up the engine.
* An extremely imbalanced drive wheel which causes body vibration may cause misfire DTCs to be stored.
PROCEDURE
1. CHECK ANY OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO MISFIRE DTCS)
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes.
(e) Read the DTCs.
Result
HINT
If any DTCs other than P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303 and/or P0304 are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.
B -- GO TO DTC CHART SFI System
A -- Continue to next step.
2. CHECK PCV HOSE CONNECTIONS
(a) Check the PCV hose connections Components.
OK:
PCV valve and hose are correctly connected and are not damaged.
NG -- REPAIR OR REPLACE PCV HOSE
OK -- Continue to next step.
3. READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (MISFIRE RPM AND MISFIRE LOAD)
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Gas Misfire / Misfire RPM and Misfire Load.
(e) Read and note the Misfire RPM and Misfire Load values.
HINT
The Misfire RPM and Misfire Load values indicate the vehicle conditions under which the misfire occurred.
NEXT -- Continue to next step.
4. READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (CYLINDER MISFIRE COUNT)
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Put the engine in inspection mode (maintenance mode) Component Tests and General Diagnostics.
(e) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Gas Misfire / Cylinder #1 Misfire Count, Cylinder #2 Misfire Count, Cylinder #3 Misfire Count and Cylinder #4 Misfire Count.
(f) Start the engine and allow the engine to idle.
(g) Read each value for Cylinder #1 Misfire Count to Cylinder #4 Misfire Count displayed on the Techstream. If no misfire counts occur in any cylinders, perform procedure [A] and [B] and then check the misfire counts again.
(h) Drive the vehicle with the Misfire RPM and Misfire Load noted in the "Read Value Using Techstream (Misfire RPM and Misfire Load)" procedures above [A].
(i) Read the Cylinder #1 Misfire Count to Cylinder #4 Misfire Count or DTCs displayed on the Techstream [B].
Result
HINT
* If it is difficult to reproduce misfires for each cylinder, check the Data List item called Misfire Margin. Try to find vehicle driving conditions that lower the Misfire Margin value. Values above 30% are considered normal.
* If the freeze frame data record of the engine coolant temperature is below 75°C (167°F), the misfire may be detected only when the engine is cold.
B -- CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
A -- Continue to next step.
5. INSPECT SPARK PLUG
(a) Inspect the spark plug of the misfiring cylinder Testing and Inspection.
HINT
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the spark plug Programming and Relearning.
NG -- REPLACE SPARK PLUG Removal
OK -- Continue to next step.
6. CHECK FOR SPARK (SPARK TEST)
(a) Perform a spark test Testing and Inspection.
HINT
* If the result of the spark test is normal, proceed to the next step.
* Perform "Inspection After Repair" after repairing or replacing the ignition system Programming and Relearning.
NEXT -- Continue to next step.
7. CHECK CYLINDER COMPRESSION PRESSURE
(a) Measure the cylinder compression pressure of the misfiring cylinder Engine.
HINT
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after repairing or replacing the engine assembly Programming and Relearning.
NG -- CHECK ENGINE TO DETERMINE CAUSE OF LOW COMPRESSION
OK -- Continue to next step.
8. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE (POWER SOURCE OF FUEL INJECTOR ASSEMBLY)
(a) Disconnect the ECM connector.
(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).
(c) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Voltage:
Text in Illustration
NG -- GO TO FUEL INJECTOR CIRCUIT Fuel Injector Circuit
OK -- Continue to next step.
9. CHECK FUEL INJECTOR ASSEMBLY OF MISFIRING CYLINDER
(a) Check the fuel injector assembly injection (whether fuel volume is high or low, and whether injection pattern is poor) Testing and Inspection.
HINT
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the fuel injector assembly Programming and Relearning.
NG -- REPLACE FUEL INJECTOR ASSEMBLY Removal
OK -- Continue to next step.
10. CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
(a) Check the intake system for vacuum leaks Intake System.
OK:
No leaks from intake system.
HINT
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after repairing or replacing the intake system Programming and Relearning.
NG -- REPAIR OR REPLACE INTAKE SYSTEM
OK -- Continue to next step.
11. CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
(a) Check the fuel pressure Fuel System.
NG -- CHECK FUEL LINE
OK -- Continue to next step.
12. READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (COOLANT TEMP) P0171
NG -- REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR Removal
OK -- Continue to next step.
13. READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (MAF) P0171
NG -- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR CONNECTION)
OK -- Continue to next step.
14. CHECK VALVE TIMING (CHECK FOR LOOSE TIMING CHAIN AND JUMPED TEETH) P0011
NG -- ADJUST VALVE TIMING Reassembly
OK -- Continue to next step.
15. PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING TECHSTREAM (CONTROL THE EGR STEP POSITION)
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Put the engine in inspection mode (maintenance mode) Component Tests and General Diagnostics.
(e) Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature reaches 75°C (167°F) or higher.
HINT
The A/C switch and all accessory switches should be off.
(f) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Active Test / Control the EGR Step Position / Data List / Primary / MAP.
(g) Check the engine idling condition and MAP values in the Data List while performing the Active Test.
HINT
* Do not leave the EGR valve open for 10 seconds or more during the Active Test.
* Be sure to return the EGR valve to step 0 when the Active Test is completed.
* Do not open the EGR valve 30 steps or more during the Active Test.
OK:
MAP and idling condition change in response to EGR step position.
Standard:
HINT
During Active Test, if the idling condition does not change in response to EGR step position, then there is probably a malfunction in the EGR valve.
Result
B -- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR CONNECTION)
A -- Continue to next step.
16. INSPECT EGR VALVE ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the EGR valve assembly Removal.
(b) Check if the EGR valve is stuck open.
OK:
EGR valve is tightly closed.
HINT
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the EGR valve assembly Programming and Relearning.
OK -- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR CONNECTION)
NG -- REPLACE EGR VALVE ASSEMBLY Removal
17. CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
(a) Check the intake system for vacuum leaks Intake System.
OK:
No leaks from intake system.
HINT
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after repairing or replacing the intake system Programming and Relearning.
NG -- REPAIR OR REPLACE INTAKE SYSTEM
OK -- Continue to next step.
18. CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
(a) Check the fuel pressure Fuel System.
NG -- CHECK FUEL LINE
OK -- Continue to next step.
19. READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (COOLANT TEMP) P0171
NG -- REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR Removal
OK -- Continue to next step.
20. READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (MAF) P0171
NG -- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR CONNECTION)
OK -- Continue to next step.
21. CHECK VALVE TIMING (CHECK FOR LOOSE TIMING CHAIN AND JUMPED TEETH) P0011
NG -- ADJUST VALVE TIMING Reassembly
OK -- Continue to next step.
22. PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING TECHSTREAM (CONTROL THE EGR STEP POSITION)
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Put the engine in inspection mode (maintenance mode) Component Tests and General Diagnostics.
(e) Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature reaches 75°C (167°F) or higher.
HINT
The A/C switch and all accessory switches should be off.
(f) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Active Test / Control the EGR Step Position / Data List / Primary / MAP.
(g) Check the engine idling condition and MAP values in the Data List while performing the Active Test.
HINT
* Do not leave the EGR valve open for 10 seconds or more during the Active Test.
* Be sure to return the EGR valve to step 0 when the Active Test is completed.
* Do not open the EGR valve 30 steps or more during the Active Test.
OK:
MAP and idling condition change in response to EGR step position.
Standard:
HINT
During Active Test, if the idling condition does not change in response to EGR step position, then there is probably a malfunction in the EGR valve.
Result
B -- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR CONNECTION)
A -- Continue to next step.
23. INSPECT EGR VALVE ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the EGR valve assembly Removal.
(b) Check if the EGR valve is stuck open.
OK:
EGR valve is tightly closed.
HINT
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the EGR valve assembly Programming and Relearning.
NG -- REPLACE EGR VALVE ASSEMBLY Removal
OK -- Continue to next step.
24. INSPECT SPARK PLUG
(a) Inspect the spark plug of the misfiring cylinder Testing and Inspection.
HINT
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the spark plug Programming and Relearning.
NG -- REPLACE SPARK PLUG Removal
OK -- Continue to next step.
25. CHECK FOR SPARK (SPARK TEST)
(a) Perform a spark test Testing and Inspection.
HINT
* If the result of the spark test is normal, proceed to the next step.
* Perform "Inspection After Repair" after repairing or replacing the ignition system Programming and Relearning.
NEXT -- Continue to next step.
26. CHECK CYLINDER COMPRESSION PRESSURE
(a) Measure the cylinder compression pressure of the misfiring cylinder Engine.
HINT
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after repairing or replacing the engine assembly Programming and Relearning.
NG -- CHECK ENGINE TO DETERMINE CAUSE OF LOW COMPRESSION
OK -- Continue to next step.
27. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE (POWER SOURCE OF FUEL INJECTOR ASSEMBLY)
(a) Disconnect the ECM connector.
(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).
(c) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Voltage:
Text in Illustration
NG -- GO TO FUEL INJECTOR CIRCUIT Fuel Injector Circuit
OK -- Continue to next step.
28. CHECK FUEL INJECTOR ASSEMBLY OF MISFIRING CYLINDER
(a) Check the fuel injector assembly injection (whether fuel volume is high or low, and whether injection pattern is poor) Testing and Inspection.
HINT
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the fuel injector assembly Programming and Relearning.
NG -- REPLACE FUEL INJECTOR ASSEMBLY Removal
OK -- Continue to next step.
29. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR CONNECTION)
(a) Check the connection and terminal contact pressure of connectors and wire harnesses between the mass air flow meter sub-assembly and ECM Electronic Circuit Inspection Procedure.
HINT
Repair any problems.
NEXT -- Continue to next step.
30. CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS (MISFIRE DTCS)
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Clear the DTCs Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
(e) Turn the power switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
(f) Turn the power switch on (IG).
(g) Turn the Techstream on.
(h) Put the engine in inspection mode (maintenance mode) Component Tests and General Diagnostics.
(i) Start the engine and warm it up.
(j) Drive the vehicle in accordance with the driving pattern described in Confirmation Driving Pattern.
(k) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / All Readiness.
(l) Input the DTC: P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303 or P0304.
(m) Check the DTC judgment result.
Result
B -- END
A -- Continue to next step.
31. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY - ECM) P0102
NG -- REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK -- Continue to next step.
32. REPLACE MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Replace the mass air flow meter sub-assembly Removal.
HINT
* If the results of the inspections performed in steps 13 and 20 indicated no problem, proceed to the next step without replacing the mass air flow meter sub-assembly.
* Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the mass air flow meter sub-assembly Programming and Relearning.
NEXT -- Continue to next step.
33. CONFIRM WHETHER MALFUNCTION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY REPAIRED
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Clear the DTCs Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
(e) Turn the power switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
(f) Turn the power switch on (IG).
(g) Turn the Techstream on.
(h) Put the engine in inspection mode (maintenance mode) Component Tests and General Diagnostics.
(i) Start the engine and warm it up.
(j) Drive the vehicle in accordance with the driving pattern described in Confirmation Driving Pattern.
(k) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / All Readiness.
(l) Input the DTC: P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303 or P0304.
(m) Check the DTC judgment result.
Result
B -- REPLACE ECM Removal
A -- END
34. CHECK FUEL LINE
(a) Check the fuel lines for leaks or blockage.
HINT
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the fuel pump Programming and Relearning.
NG -- REPAIR OR REPLACE FUEL LINE
OK -- REPLACE FUEL PUMP Removal