P0312
Powertrain Codes
P0312 - VOLKSWAGEN - Cylinder 12 Misfire Condition
Symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
- Lack/loss of power
- Hard start
- Engine hesitation
Possible Causes
- Faulty spark plug 12
- Faulty ignition coil 12
- Ignition coil 12 harness is open or shorted
- Ignition coil 12 poor electrical connection
- Clogged or faulty fuel injector 12
- Injector 12 harness is open or shorted
- Injector 12 poor electrical connection
- Improper spark plug 12
- Insufficient cylinder 12 compression
- Incorrect fuel pressure
- Intake air leak
When Detected
Engine Cylinder 12 is Misfiring.
Description
When a misfire occurs, engine speed will fluctuate. If the engine speed fluctuates enough to cause the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor signal to vary, the Engine Control Module (ECM) can determine that a misfire is occurring.