Engine Misfire Symptoms: What to Look For

Engine Misfire Symptoms: What to Look For

If you’ve ever felt your car shudder, lose power unexpectedly, or idle like it’s about to stall, you may be dealing with a classic—and potentially serious—automotive issue: an engine misfire. As an ASE-certified master technician with over 15 years of hands-on experience diagnosing everything from weekend project cars to daily commuters, I’ve seen misfires cause … Read more

P0300 Code: Random Misfire Detected Diagnosis Guide

P0300 Code: Random Misfire Detected Diagnosis Guide

Opening: The Day the Engine Started Stuttering It was a sweltering July afternoon in the shop, the kind of heat that makes even the most seasoned mechanics slow down and grab an extra Gatorade. I was elbow-deep in a Toyota Camry’s timing cover when my service writer, Jake, walked in with that look—the one that … Read more