Cylinder 8 Misfire Detected
The engine is not burning fuel properly in cylinder 8. This can cause rough running, poor power, fuel smell, and damage to the catalytic converter if ignored.
You may be able to drive a short distance, but continued driving can damage the catalytic converter and worsen the misfire. If the engine is shaking badly, flashing the check engine light, or lacking power, stop driving and diagnose it right away.
P0308 is set when the engine computer detects misfire events on cylinder 8. The misfire may be caused by ignition, fuel delivery, air leak, compression loss, or wiring problems affecting that specific cylinder. If the misfire is severe or persistent, unburned fuel can overheat and damage the catalytic converter.
Yes. A misfire can damage the catalytic converter and may leave you stranded if the problem gets worse.
Short trips may be possible if the engine runs reasonably well, but you should repair it soon. Do not keep driving if the check engine light is flashing or the engine runs very rough.
The most common fix is replacing the spark plug or ignition coil for cylinder 8. If that does not solve it, the injector, wiring, vacuum leaks, or compression should be checked.
Yes. If cylinder 8 is not getting the right amount of fuel, it can misfire and trigger this code.