Code P0305
Cylinder 5 Misfire
Plain English Meaning:Cylinder 5 misfire causing engine imbalance
Red: Stop Driving & Tow
Severe engine damage risk
P0305 Symptoms
- •Rough idle poor acceleration
Most Common Causes of P0305
P0305 Repair Playbook
Required Mechanic Tests
A qualified shop should perform these tests before replacing any parts to ensure they aren't guessing:
Swap ignition components compression test
Typical Fix Paths & Estimated Costs
Fix ignition or injector $150–$1200
Parts for P0305 Repair
Common replacement parts for engine misfire codes. (Paid links)
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