OBD Guide

P03E2

Cylinder 8 Pressure Variation Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Misfires
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable idle

Causes

  • Low compression in cylinder 8
  • Fuel injector malfunction
  • Problems with the ignition system
  • Piston ring wear
  • Damage to valves

How to Fix

  1. Check compression in cylinder 8
  2. Inspect the fuel injector
  3. Check spark plugs and coils
  4. Diagnose the condition of valves and piston rings

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