OBD Guide

P1331

Cylinder 7 Knock Control Limit Attained

P1331 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning: Cylinder 7 Knock Control Limit Attained. Common causes: low quality fuel, faulty spark plug in cylinder 7. Estimated repair cost: $6–56.

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Metallic knocking noise from the engine (especially under load)
  • Engine power drop
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Engine vibration
  • Check Engine Light

Causes

  • Low quality fuel
  • Faulty spark plug in cylinder 7
  • Problems with cylinder 7 injector
  • Low compression in cylinder 7
  • Engine overheating

How to Fix

  1. Refueling with high-quality fuel with the recommended octane number
  2. Checking and replacing the spark plug in cylinder 7
  3. Diagnostics and cleaning of the fuel injector of cylinder 7
  4. Checking compression in cylinder 7
  5. Engine cooling system diagnostics

Related codes

Error P1331 by Vehicle Brand

FAQ

What does the P1331 code mean?

P1331 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code that indicates: Cylinder 7 Knock Control Limit Attained

What causes a P1331 error code?

The most common causes of P1331 include: Low quality fuel; Faulty spark plug in cylinder 7; Problems with cylinder 7 injector; Low compression in cylinder 7.

How do I fix a P1331 diagnostic trouble code?

To fix P1331: Refueling with high-quality fuel with the recommended octane number. Checking and replacing the spark plug in cylinder 7. Diagnostics and cleaning of the fuel injector of cylinder 7. For a complete diagnosis, use an OBD-II scanner.

Is it safe to drive with P1331?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

How much does it cost to fix P1331?

The estimated repair cost for P1331 is $6–56. Actual cost depends on your vehicle, location, and labor rates.

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