P1340moderate severityPowertrain
Misfire Detected Crankshaft Segment Adaptive
on 2013 Audi A6 3.0L Supercharged V6 · AWD
What this code means
The ECU detected a misfire through crankshaft speed variation analysis using its adaptive algorithm. The system has learned the normal crankshaft speed pattern and detected a deviation indicating cylinder misfires.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Rough running
- Slight vibration at idle
- Intermittent power loss
Common causes
- Worn spark plugs
- Failing ignition coil
- Fuel injector issue
- Compression loss on one cylinder
- Engine mount masking vibration symptoms
Diagnostic steps
- Read misfire counters per cylinder
- Inspect spark plugs and ignition coils
- Test fuel injector balance
- Perform compression test
- Check engine mounts
Repair notes
Replace worn spark plugs and ignition coils; investigate further if misfires persist.
Other Powertrain codes on this vehicle
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1