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I have a 1998 f150 with a 4.6 v8, the code said the number 8 cylinder was misfiring, I have replaced the coil and the plug, what do I do now??

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A code P0308 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:
Faulty spark plug or wireFaulty coil (pack)Faulty oxygen sensor(s)Faulty fuel injectorBurned exhaust valveFaulty catalytic converter(s)Running out of fuelPoor compressionDefective computer


Possible Solutions:If there are no symptoms, the simplest thing to do is to reset the code and see if it comes back.

If there are symptoms such as the engine is stumbling or hesitating, check all wiring and connectors that lead to the cylinders (i.e. spark plugs). Depending on how long the ignition components have been in the car, it may be a good idea to replace them as part of your regular maintenance schedule. I would suggest spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap, and rotor (if applicable). Otherwise, check the coils (a.k.a. coil packs). In some cases, the catalytic converter has gone bad. If you smell rotten eggs in the exhaust, your cat converter needs to be replaced. I've also heard in other cases the problems were faulty fuel injectors.

Hope this helps, also keep in mind that your feedback is important and I`ll appreciate your time and consideration if you leave some testimonial comment about this answer.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Oct 06, 2008

SOURCE: P0304=misfire in cylinder 4. coil?

not coil coil it wouldnt fire at all it is either a plug or a wire replace the wire and plugs and that will fix it

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  • Posted on Feb 05, 2009

SOURCE: 1997 ford f150 cyliner 7 misfire

sme problem had to have it put on computer and codes reset

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 05, 2009

SOURCE: engine code p0307 cylinder #7 misfire

It could be carbon deposits on valve seats keeping valves from totally closing. You can try getting you a can of motorcraft PM3 top end engine cleaner and get engine up to operating temp then remove one of the small vacuum lines from the intake and draw the contents of the can slowly into the engine.After you have drawn in the contents shut engine off and let it soak for about 45 minutes then crank it back up and let it run until it clears. Now it will smoke like a forrest fire while you are doing this so don't be alarmed,just tell the neighbors you are spraying for mosqitos.This may cure the problem. If not you may be looking at a valve job.
This can be verified with a compression test if this is what is causing it.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jun 21, 2009

SOURCE: 1998 crown vic police. Had check engine light with

your egr on that side is dirty try cleaning it aslo check intake boltsaround those clyinders.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 20, 2009

SOURCE: Hesitation and stumbling.

Before you do that, check which thermostat it has in it, if it has one that is letting it get too warm or not completely up to temp when the computer think it should be, it would cause this. My 2000 crown vic did the same thing and thats what it was.

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You may need to remove the air cleaner or dog house to gain access. Identify the faulty cylinder.
They have an individual coil for every plug on this engine. Do you have a check engine light on if so if you retrieve the code it should be a P030X misfire code the X being a number between 1 and 8 identifying the cylinder that is misfiring. #1 being the passenger side front - #4 passenger rear #5 driver front #8 driver rear. They go in order 1-4 passenger side 5-8 driver side. Remove the coil it is a 7mm bolt and pull it out.


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