P01CF
Cylinder 3 Injection Timing Performance Over Retarded
Generic OBD-II
Common symptoms
What you'll notice
- Check and replace faulty fuel injector in cylinder 3
- Inspect and clean fuel injection system in cylinder 3
- Verify and adjust ignition timing in cylinder 3
Common causes
Most likely first
- Faulty fuel injector in cylinder 3
- Clogged fuel line leading to cylinder 3
- Malfunctioning fuel pressure regulator in cylinder 3
- Faulty ignition coil in cylinder 3
- Issues with the timing chain/belt in cylinder 3
How to diagnose & fix
Work through it in order
- Engine misfires or runs rough
- Decreased engine power or acceleration
- Engine stalling or hesitation
- Increased fuel consumption
- Illuminated check engine light
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