Random Intermittent Flashing Check Engine Light?

2013 FORD MUSTANG
66,000 MILES • 5.0L • V8 • 2WD • MANUAL
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GENE712
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Hey everyone, I've been struggling with a misfire issue. 2013 Mustang GT. I get an intermittent flashing CEL like once a week or every other week. During the misfire I will get no power, flashing CEL, it lasts for 5-20 seconds. Usually when I run the code it shows a P0300 and P0301. After a 25-minute drive the code will clear, and the car will drive like normal. Even if I go WOT shift at 7,000RPMs I cannot replicate the misfire/issue. I've been monitoring my misfire count and live data. I usually get around 1-20 misfire per cylinder. As for the life data (idle). Long term fuel trim bank 1 is 14-23 bank 2 7-10. Both short term ft is low like -5 - 5. I've done spark plugs and coils. Any suggestions or help please.
Jan 4, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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The trim gets off like this because of a vacuum leak or the MAF sensor needs to be replaced. Here is a guide to help you and the location of the MAF sensor so you can swap it out, make sure to clear the codes once completed. Use this guide when the engine is cold:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-engine-vacuum-gauge

Here is the MAF location. Make sure there are no leaks between the throttle body and the MAF tube. Does this car have after-market parts on it? Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.

Jan 5, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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