What causes P1301 on a Honda?

Worn spark plug or weak ignition coil on cylinder 1 Dirty or clogged fuel injector on cylinder 1 Vacuum leak in the intake near cylinder 1 Low compression on cylinder 1 Faulty spark voltage detection module

How do I fix P1301 on a Honda?

Confirm the code and check for other misfire codes Inspect the spark plug and ignition coil for cylinder 1 Check fuel pressure and the cylinder 1 injector Check for vacuum leaks and engine mechanical condition Repair the cause found Clear the code and retest

P1301 The powertrain control module saw misfire in cylinder 1

Q: What does P1301 mean on a Honda?

P1301. The powertrain control module saw misfire in cylinder 1. The engine may run rough, shake at idle, or lose power.. Applies to Honda and Acura models that use this code.

Category: Powertrain - Ignition
Severity: Check Engine Light
Applies to: Honda and Acura models that use this code

This fault is part of the Honda misfire codes guide. It covers the system and the order to check it.

What does P1301 mean on a Honda?

P1301. The powertrain control module saw misfire in cylinder 1. The engine may run rough, shake at idle, or lose power.. This Honda-enhanced code applies to Honda and Acura models that use this code.

Common causes of P1301

Worn spark plug or weak ignition coil on cylinder 1
Dirty or clogged fuel injector on cylinder 1
Vacuum leak in the intake near cylinder 1
Low compression on cylinder 1
Faulty spark voltage detection module

How to fix P1301

Confirm the code and check for other misfire codes
Inspect the spark plug and ignition coil for cylinder 1
Check fuel pressure and the cylinder 1 injector
Check for vacuum leaks and engine mechanical condition
Repair the cause found
Clear the code and retest

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Last updated 2026-10-10.