OBD Guide

P231E

Cylinder 11 Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance - Adjustment At Limit During Balance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–133 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Uneven engine operation
  • Increased vibrations
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine Light Is On

Causes

  • Dirty or faulty fuel injectors
  • Problems with the ignition system (plugs, coils)
  • Vacuum leaks in the area of cylinder 11
  • Oxygen sensor malfunction
  • Compression problems in cylinder 11

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the fuel injectors, clean or replace if necessary.
  2. Check the ignition system (spark plugs, coils) of cylinder 11
  3. Check the tightness of the intake tract for vacuum leaks
  4. Check oxygen sensor readings
  5. Measure compression in cylinder 11

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