OBD Guide

P219F

Cylinder 4 Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Uneven engine operation
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Reduced engine power
  • Dips during acceleration
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

  • Malfunction of the fuel injector of cylinder 4
  • Problems with the ignition system in cylinder 4
  • Vacuum leak in the area of cylinder 4
  • Dirty or faulty oxygen sensor
  • Compression problems in cylinder 4

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the fuel injector of cylinder 4
  2. Diagnose the ignition system (spark plugs, coils)
  3. Check the tightness of the intake tract at cylinder 4
  4. Test oxygen sensors
  5. Measure compression in cylinder 4

Related codes

Error P219F by Vehicle Brand