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P0316 - Misfire Detected On Startup (First 1000 Revolutions)

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P0316 - MISFIRE DETECTED ON STARTUP (FIRST 1000 REVOLUTIONS)

Description:  DTC P0316 is set in addition to any type B misfire DTC which occurs in the first 1,000 revolution test interval following engine start.
Possible Causes: 
  • Damaged crankshaft position (CKP) sensor
  • Ignition system
  • Fuel injectors
  • Running out of fuel
  • Fuel quality
  • Base engine
  • Damaged powertrain control module (PCM)
Diagnostic Aids:  Freeze frame data and the DTC P03xx are also stored, indicating which cylinder the misfire occurred.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All   - - refer to PINPOINT TEST HD .
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