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2013 Chevrolet Suburban
Platform: GMT 400, 800, 900

Is my truck safe to drive??

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Old Dec 15, 2012 | 10:14 PM
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1999 chevy Suburban 1500 LT
I have a code of p0301

Can I safely Drive this truck 25 miles to my mechanic??
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Old Dec 16, 2012 | 8:06 AM
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I would if it were me, that is a misfire on #1 cylinder.
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Old Dec 16, 2012 | 11:06 AM
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tlavonda1 Welcome to the forum...

Check that the oil level is correct, that the coolant tank has coolant in it, verify that the vehicle for the most part sounds "normal" when running, no ticking, clacking or obvious other metal to metal like sounds, that the temp is not going out of range or too hot, nothing is leaking or pouring out anywhere, and you should be fine to get to your mechanic...
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Old Dec 16, 2012 | 10:13 PM
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Sounds more like an ignition problem. Check obvious as mentioned and you should be ok. I've found most of the time that code is due to cracked or damaged rotor under the distributor cap. been seeing a lot of them failing lately. If the cap is not ate up try just the rotor button. Might be a cheap fix.
Good luck
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Old Dec 17, 2012 | 9:18 AM
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IF your truck is starting without issues I think it would be safe to drive
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