OBD Guide

P23F8

Cylinder 7 Injector B Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine operation
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Increase in harmful emissions
  • Misfire in cylinder 7
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

  • Malfunction of injector B of cylinder 7
  • Problems with the injector electrical circuit
  • Nozzle contamination
  • Low pressure in the fuel system
  • Mechanical damage to the injector

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of injector B of cylinder 7
  2. Check the electrical circuit of the injector for opens and shorts
  3. Clean or replace the injector
  4. Check the pressure in the fuel system
  5. Replace the fuel filter if necessary

Related codes

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