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DTC P0316: Misfire Occurred in the First 1, 000 Engine Revolutions

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P0316 - MISFIRE OCCURRED IN FIRST 1, 000 ENGINE REVOLUTIONS

Description:  P0316 code 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 in which cylinder the misfire occurred.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All - - GO to HD: Misfire Detection Monitor STEP HD1.