OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)

P0307 Cylinder 7 Misfire Detected

Misfires concentrated on cylinder 7. A cylinder-specific code points away from shared causes (fuel pressure, MAF) toward components dedicated to that cylinder — coil, spark plug, injector, compression.

Is it safe to drive with P0307?

Drive gently and get it checked soon. If the check-engine light is flashing, stop driving: a severe misfire can overheat and ruin the catalytic converter.

Common causes

  • Most likelyIgnition coil failed
  • Most likelySpark plug worn or fouled

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on or flashing
  • Rough idle and uneven running
  • Power loss, hesitation under acceleration
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Possible smell of unburned fuel from exhaust

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Easy
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.3–2 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
After the fix
A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
Parts involved
Ignition Coil, Spark Plug, Fuel Injector

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.