What does code P0304 mean on a Land Rover and is it safe to drive?

P0304: Cylinder 4 Misfire Detected. Here's what it means on your Land Rover, what usually causes it, what repairs typically cost, and how safe it is to keep driving.

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What this code means

Misfire confirmed on cylinder 4. On 4-cylinder engines, this is the last cylinder—check coil and plug first, then injector, then compression.

Common causes for your Land Rover

  • Worn spark plug on cylinder 4
  • Failed ignition coil on cylinder 4
  • Faulty or clogged fuel injector
  • Low compression or valve issue

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Rough idle and shaking
  • Poor acceleration or power loss

Typical fixes

  • Replace spark plug and COP coil on cylinder 4
  • Clean or replace fuel injector
  • Compression and leak-down test if basic parts check out

Repair cost range

For a Land Rover, repairs for P0304 often fall between $150 and $900, depending on the cause and whether you use OEM or aftermarket parts. Labor rates vary by location.

Known issues on Land Rover

Land Rover cylinder 4 misfire on V6 models is on bank 2. Multiple bank 2 misfires together suggest a bank 2 fuel delivery issue or a boost leak affecting one bank on the 3.0L supercharged V6.

Most commonly affected models

Range Rover 3.0L V6 2013–2020Discovery 3.0L 2017–2023Range Rover Sport 5.0L 2010–2020

Is it safe to keep driving your Land Rover with this code?

For driving-safety guidance—how far you can go, when to tow, and what's urgent—see these checklists:

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