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DTC P0300: Random Misfire Detected

P0300 - RANDOM MISFIRE DETECTED

Description:  The random misfire DTC indicates multiple cylinders are misfiring or the powertrain control module (PCM) cannot identify which cylinder is misfiring.
Possible Causes: 
  • Camshaft position (CMP) sensor
  • Low fuel (less than 1/8 tank)
  • Stuck open exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve
  • Blocked EGR passages
  • Misfire monitor neutral profile correction has not been relearned since the last mechanical repair
Diagnostic Aids:  One or more EGR passages may be blocked or partially blocked.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
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