OBD Guide

P1208

Fuel Injector Circuit Cylinder 8 Electrical Malfunction

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine operation
  • Power reduction
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Misfire in cylinder 8
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the injector circuit
  • Fuel injector malfunction
  • Poor contact in the injector connector
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Engine control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the resistance of the injector of cylinder 8
  2. Inspect the injector wiring and connectors
  3. Check the presence of power and control signal
  4. If necessary, replace the injector
  5. Check the operation of the engine control unit

Related codes

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