P0308 – Land Rover DTC

Land Rover DTC P0308 – Misfire Cylinder 8

DTC P0308 meaning on Land Rover

DTC P0308 indicates a misfire in cylinder 8 of the engine on a Land Rover. This means that the engine control module (ECM) has detected that cylinder 8 is not contributing as expected, causing a rough running condition.

Land Rover DTC P0308 symptoms

Symptoms of DTC P0308 on a Land Rover may include:

• Engine misfire
• Rough idle
• Lack of power
• Engine vibration
• Check Engine Light illuminated

Land Rover DTC P0308 causes

Common causes of DTC P0308 on a Land Rover include:

• Ignition system issues
• Fuel system problems
• Vacuum leaks
• Compression loss in cylinder 8
• Faulty spark plug or ignition coil

Land Rover DTC P0308 seriousness

Ignoring DTC P0308 on a Land Rover can lead to:

• Increased emissions
• Reduced fuel efficiency
• Potential damage to the catalytic converter
• Engine overheating

How to diagnose DTC P0308 on Land Rover

To diagnose DTC P0308 on a Land Rover, you can:

1. Check the spark plug in cylinder 8
2. Inspect the ignition coil for cylinder 8
3. Perform a compression test on cylinder 8
4. Check for vacuum leaks
5. Use a scan tool to monitor live data and identify the issue

How to fix DTC P0308 on Land Rover

To fix DTC P0308 on a Land Rover, you may need to:

1. Replace the spark plug in cylinder 8
2. Replace the ignition coil for cylinder 8
3. Repair any vacuum leaks
4. Address any fuel system issues
5. Perform a compression test and repair as needed

How to erase DTC P0308 on Land Rover

To erase DTC P0308 on a Land Rover, you can:

1. Use an OBD-II scanner to clear the code
2. If the underlying issue has been fixed, the Check Engine Light should turn off on its own after successful repairs