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Peugeot 3008 Misfire Issue

Hi, I'm having some trouble with my 2018 Peugeot 3008 gasoline. It's got about 103,000 km on it. Lately, I've been experiencing rough engine running and the check engine light keeps popping on. When I accelerate, it feels like the car is jerking, and I've noticed a definite reduction in engine power. I scanned the OBD and it shows combustion misfires. Could this be related to the fuel pump or maybe the spark plugs? Any ideas?

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samuelschaefer45

Interesting. I had very similar symptoms with my 3008. Check engine light, jerking acceleration, and combustion misfires are no joke. What exactly did the error code say? Have you tried looking at the live data to see if any particular cylinder is misfiring more than others? The fuel pump is a possibility, but I'd also consider the injectors. A defective injection valve can cause similar problems.

bentiger1 (Author)

Thanks for the quick reply! The error code was P0300, which indicates random/multiple cylinder misfires. I haven't checked the live data yet to pinpoint a specific cylinder. When you say injectors, do you mean it could be a problem with them being clogged or something more serious?

samuelschaefer45

P0300 points to a more general issue, making diagnosis trickier. Regarding the injectors, they can indeed become clogged, but a more definitive test would be to check their spray pattern and volume. In my case, one of the injectors was faulty and needed replacing. Given the symptoms and the error code, I would highly recommend getting it checked by a qualified workshop rather than trying to fix it yourself. A proper diagnosis is crucial here before throwing parts at it.

bentiger1 (Author)

Thanks a lot for the advice. I took it to the workshop, and you were right – it turned out to be a defective fuel injector. They replaced it, and the car is running smoothly again. The repair cost me 515€, but it was worth it to get rid of that misfiring. Appreciate the help!

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