P0272

Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Misfire in cylinder 4
Engine troubles
Power reduction
Increased fuel consumption
Unstable idle

Causes

Faulty spark plug
Problems with the ignition coil
Clogged fuel injectors
Low cylinder compression
Wiring harness damage
Crankshaft position sensor malfunction

How to Fix

Check spark plugs and replace if necessary
Check the ignition coil of cylinder 4
Clean or replace fuel injectors
Check compression in cylinder
Inspect the wiring harness for damage
Check crankshaft position sensor

Related codes

P0304 P0171 P0172 P0204