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P0316 – Misfire Detected on Startup (First 1000 Revolutions)

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Symptoms

  • Rough idle
  • Hesitation
  • Poor acceleration
  • Hard starting
  • Check engine light

Causes

  • Worn spark plugs
  • Faulty ignition coils
  • Fuel injector issue
  • Vacuum leak
  • Low compression

Diagnosis

  • Check misfire counters
  • Inspect spark plugs
  • Test ignition coils
  • Check injector pulse
  • Perform compression test

Repair

  • Replace spark plugs
  • Replace faulty coils
  • Clean or replace injectors
  • Fix vacuum leaks
  • Repair compression issue
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