2005 Mitsubishi P0304: What It Means & Is It Safe to Drive?
P0304 on the 2005 Mitsubishi: Cylinder 4 Misfire Detected. Here's what it means, what usually causes it, what repairs typically cost, and whether it's safe 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 on the 2005 Mitsubishi
- 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 2005 Mitsubishi, repairs for P0304 typically fall between $150 and $900, depending on the root cause and labor rates in your area.
Known issues on Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi 4G69 and 4G63 P0304 on cylinder 4 is typically a coil or plug failure. On the 4G63 turbo in older Lancer Evolution models, P0304 can indicate a fuel injector issue under boost—check injector balance data before replacing the coil.
Most commonly affected models
Outlander 2.4L 4G69 2004–2012Lancer 2.0L 4G63 2002–2007Galant 2.4L 2004–2009