Fault code index · high
P0305
Misfire detected – cylinder 5
Misfire detected – cylinder 5 *Refer to Misfire Note, page 5
Documented for: 2.0L gasoline; 2.5L/3.0L gasoline · System(s): EMS EOBD, EMS OBD II · Factory MIL flag: 1 or 2*
Common causes
- Refer to P0300 Possible Causes
- Cylinder 5 Misfire Detected
Quick checks
- Confirm freeze-frame and conditions when the code set
- Compare live sensor values vs expected (unplugged/biased sensors are common)
- Swap coil/plug to another cylinder if misfire is cylinder-specific
Typical fixes
- Check cylinder 5 spark plug
- coil
- injector