Q: Multiple cylinder misfires

asked by on November 27, 2016

check engine code is multiple cylinder misfires

My car has 166145 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing


Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

What others are asking

Slow slipping transmission, how much longer will it last?
If you are out of warranty, you'll need to have your vehicle checked for problems with a qualified technician such as YourMechanic. They can come to your home or office, perform a road test, check your transmission for mechanical or...
Car leaking coolant.
Hello. Coolant leaks can come from so many different spots on your car. The most common that I have seen is the water pump, the radiator, or one of the heater hoses. A mechanic would either do a cooling system...
Replacement AC compressor labor cost
The AC may have a leak somewhere that is causing the AC to cycle on and off. The compressors on these vehicles are known to go bad and contaminate the entire system with compressor internal parts. The system will need...
First day of ownership car has ticking noise - 2008 BMW 528xi
If the car is a certified pre-owned and is still under warranty (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-use-your-car-warranty-successfully-by-patrick-haas) when the complaint was logged BMW should still still cover this concern. The 6 cylinder engines have had challenges with the HVA (hydraulic valve actuators or lifters)....
Random misfire - 2004 Chevy Express 2500
Hello. Most of the time if you have a multiple cylinder misfire such as this, it is caused by a fuel system problem. If the fuel pressure is low, then this will occur. If the fuel pressure is fine, then...
My car isn't staying charged after a jump, it lasts about two minutes before the engine dies. I'm wondering if it's the alternator.
This may be related to a couple of different things. The fact that it must be jumped to get it started is usually a sign of a dead battery or an alternator that may not be working. In rare cases...
Noise and vibration when driving that stops when I hit the breaks
This may be a sign of failing or worn out wheel bearings. A wheel bearing (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services1/wheel-bearings-replacement) will usually fail due to pitting or small damage on the surface of the rollers or the bearing race. Both the surface of the...
Could the code P0455 be the purge solenoid ?
Hi there. We have two great articles posted here on our website that will really help you learn more about the EVAP system and specifically the purge solenoid. The first is this article which explains what the P0455 OBD-II trouble...
03 Kia Rio Cylinder 1 Misfire
Hi Kegan. Thanks for contacting us tonight. It certainly appears you have done a great job trying to diagnose this random misfire. The fact that there is slight damage inside the timing belt cover and that the marks are not...

Related articles

A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Nissan Versa
In In the world of subcompact sedans, the Nissan Versa is a serious contender. Not only does it come with a low price tag, but it also includes a lot more features than you’d expect for a subcompact, especially one...
The Best Used Cars to Buy If You Live in the Country
Living Living in the country is a whole different way of living. You deal with rough and uneven roads, mud, snow, rain, and ice and you need a vehicle that can stand up to these kinds of conditions with ease....
The Top 5 Selling Cars in Alabama in 2012
2012 2012 was a great year in Alabama for auto manufacturing, but that wasn’t the only bright spot. Vehicle sales in Alabama were also robust in 2012. Nothing much changed in terms of the vehicle types that were most popular...