P0308 Code: Meaning, Causes, Symptoms & Fix Cost | AXLY.pro

Check Engine Code

P0308

Cylinder 8 Misfire Detected

Severity: high DIY difficulty: 2/5 Typical cost: $40–$800

What P0308 means

Cylinder #8 misfire, typically on V8 engines.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Rough idle
  • Loss of power

Likely causes (most common first)

  1. Coil
  2. Plug
  3. Injector
  4. Compression

Can I keep driving?

High — risk of damage if ignored

Typical repair cost

DIY fixes can start near $40 (parts only). Shop repairs for P0308 typically run up to $800 depending on the underlying cause and vehicle. Start with the most common cause — Coil — before throwing parts at it.

Symptoms that match P0308

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P0300P0307

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