OBD Guide

P21D6

Cylinder 8 Injector B Circuit/Open

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine operation at idle
  • Power Loss
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Misfire in cylinder 8
  • Check Engine Light Is On

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the injector circuit
  • Cylinder 8 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 connector and wires for damage.
  3. Check the voltage at the injector connector
  4. If necessary, replace the injector
  5. Check the operation of the engine control unit

Related codes

Error P21D6 by Vehicle Brand