• Mustang Forums
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
  • SN95 V6 Mustang Tech

2000 mustang misfire cylinder 5 help

  • Thread starter Thread starter jacklynjanish
  • Start date Start date May 20, 2011
J

jacklynjanish

New Member
May 20, 2011
1
0
0
May 20, 2011
#1
  • May 20, 2011
  • #1
Hey just bought a 2000 v6 from a dealer 150K. when i bought it checked the fluids n stuff all ok oil about a quart over filled so did oils change first thing. Also when i did test drive noticed it was jumpin alot like it was missin but no check engin light was on. So i bought anyways and as sson as i pulled off the lot light comes on so i changed all the spark plugs and 2 wires need replaced as well. Noticed middle plug (5) smelled strongly on gas, none of the others did it was also one of the ones needing a new wire. So i reset the codes and ran the car it blinked out the code and then stayed off? Got late so i just came home. I asked around some one said oring in that injector could need replaced? really not sure what to think any advice on something else to check or do, do i need to change the fuel injector? is this going to be a long/hard process also what do shops usually charge i have never put a car in a shop please help in kc area
 

wmburns

SN Certified Technician
Aug 14, 2009
5,892
514
204
Houston Texas
May 23, 2011
#2
  • May 23, 2011
  • #2
Please post the full DTC codes. There are 1000's and they each have a story to tell. Almost all autoparts stores will download for free.

FWIIW, the check engine light will blink when an active misfire is occuring.

Before changing alot of parts, double check the spark plug routing and connections. Are you sure that the spark plug wires are correct at the coil pack?

The #5 injector has to be firing at least some of the time. Otherwise, how would it have the smell of fuel? Continue to focus on an ignition problem until you are positive that the spark is perfect.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

L
2000 Mustang PATS - Broken Key and Wire - HELP!
  • Laree Taylor
  • May 7, 2026
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
Replies
10
Views
205
1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk- May 12, 2026
manicmechanic007
M
Help! 2003 GT misfire when hot
  • Modular03
  • Feb 10, 2026
  • SN95 4.6L Mustang Tech
Replies
4
Views
393
SN95 4.6L Mustang Tech Feb 13, 2026
Mustang5L5
S
New misfire after replacing valve seals/springs.
  • SpeedofDarkness
  • Aug 24, 2025
  • SN95 V6 Mustang Tech
Replies
0
Views
203
SN95 V6 Mustang Tech Aug 24, 2025
SpeedofDarkness
S
Alternator not charging
  • SchwarzStock
  • Jul 6, 2026
  • 1965 - 1973 Classic Mustangs -General/Talk-
Replies
2
Views
79
1965 - 1973 Classic Mustangs -General/Talk- Jul 19, 2026
SchwarzStock
Who the hell puts the wrong spark plugs in a 3.8L?
  • snowstang
  • Mar 25, 2026
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
Replies
12
Views
443
1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk- Apr 3, 2026
LILCBRA
Share:
Bluesky Email Share Link
  • Mustang Forums
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
  • SN95 V6 Mustang Tech
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Forums
  • What's new
  • Media
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Sponsor
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?