Code P0303, where is cylinder number three located?

2013 FORD TAURUS
136,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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SUPERBOYA69
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I got the P0303 code for a misfire detected in Cylinder #3. I have seen a few different diagrams which contradict each other. Is it 1,2,3 on bank 1 or 1,3,5? Any help would be greatly appreciated. About to change the spark plug for that cylinder and if still getting that code and running rough I am going to replace the coil pack.
Mar 7, 2024 at 11:45 AM
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That’s the code I’m getting. So just trying to figure out where exactly cylinder #3 is.
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Mar 7, 2024 at 11:58 AM
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STEVE W.
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As you stand in front of the car cylinder 3 would be on the driver's side, right rear of the engine. Under the intake manifold.
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Mar 7, 2024 at 5:45 PM
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Thank you very much for replying back. I changed the spark plug and coil pack on the one you said, and check engine light went off and car is running like it should. I truly appreciate it.
Mar 7, 2024 at 6:40 PM
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Hi,

Thank you for the update. We are glad to know it took care of the issue.

Please feel free to come back anytime in the future.

Take care,

Joe
Mar 9, 2024 at 6:52 PM
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SUPERBOYA69
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Thank you all so very much. Saved me a lot of time.
Mar 9, 2024 at 10:56 PM
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Thank you all so very much. Saved me a lot of time
Mar 9, 2024 at 10:56 PM
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