P1300high severityPowertrain
Ignitor/Ignition Circuit Malfunction
on 2013 Volvo C30 2.4L I5 · FWD
What this code means
The ECM detected a malfunction in the ignition circuit or ignitor module. The ignition system is not firing correctly, which can cause misfires across multiple cylinders.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Misfires on multiple cylinders
- Rough running
- Loss of power
- Hard starting
Common causes
- Faulty ignition module
- Failed ignition coil(s)
- Wiring fault in ignition circuit
- ECM ignition driver failure
- Corroded ignition connector
Diagnostic steps
- Test ignition coil primary and secondary resistance
- Inspect ignition module connector
- Check ignition circuit wiring
- Test ECM ignition output
- Check for spark at each cylinder
Repair notes
Replace the faulty ignition coil or ignition module.
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