1997 Subaru Legacy GT 2.5L Misfire P0302 - Diagnosis After Replacing Plugs, Wires, and Injectors
I have a 1997 Subaru Legacy GT with a 2.5L engine that is consistently showing a misfire detected by the OBD2 code P0302. I've already replaced all spark plugs, ignition wires, and the coil pack. To isolate the issue, I swapped the spark plugs and wires between cylinders, and also exchanged injectors — however, the misfire persists specifically in cylinder 2. The fuel injectors for cylinder 2 show proper pulse signal, and I have thoroughly checked for vacuum leaks with a smoke machine. Despite these efforts, the P0302 code remains active. Any insight into potential underlying causes or next steps would be greatly appreciated.
Have you performed a compression test to rule out mechanical issues in cylinder 2?