What does this code mean?
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A code identifies a detected condition, not a part that must automatically be replaced.
Manufacturer wording
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P03163.0L-2V VULCAN ENGINEP0316MISFIRE OCCURED IN THE FIRST 1000 ENGINE REVOLUTIONSP031600Combustion misfires were detected at engine startManufacturer communications
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FORD
Reported code forms P0316
Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0300 and/or P0316 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM)…
MERCEDES-BENZ
Reported code forms P031600
Complaint Check engine light activated. Fault codes related to misfire on multiple cylinders stored. Possible fault codes listed below: P030004 - Combustion misfiring has been detected. There is an internal fault.…
FORD
Reported code forms P0316
Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0300, P0316, and/or P0301 through P0308. This may be due to the…
FORD, LINCOLN
Reported code forms P0316
Some 2016-2017 Edge/MKX, 2017 Continental/Fusion/MKZ vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L EcoBoost engine and built on 1-Apr-2016 and through 1-Jan-2017 may exhibit white or blue smoke from the exhaust, rough idle in…
FORD
Reported code forms P0316
Some 2025 Bronco/Ranger vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with only diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0300 and P0316 stored in the powertrain…
PORSCHE
Reported code forms P031600
Technical information Uneven Engine Running as Well as Active Yellow Malfunction Indicator Light/Fault Memory Entry "P031600" in the DME Control Unit: Re-Programming DME Control Unit
Check vehicle applicability
210A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.
| Make | Model | Model year |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | BRONCO | 2025 |
| Ford | BRONCO SPORT | 2025 |
| Ford | CROWN VICTORIA | 2005 |
| Ford | CROWN VICTORIA | 2003 |
| Ford | E SERIES | 2003 |
| Ford | E SERIES | 2002 |
| Ford | E SERIES | 2001 |
| Ford | E-150 | 2006 |
| Ford | E-250 | 2006 |
| Ford | E-350 | 2006 |
| Ford | E-450 | 2006 |
| Ford | EDGE | 2019 |
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Can I keep driving?
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