OBD Guide

P289A

Cylinder 3 Ion Current Sense Circuit Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Misfire in cylinder 3
  • Unstable engine idling
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

  • Spark plug fault in cylinder 3
  • Damage to the ion current circuit wiring
  • Poor contact in circuit connectors
  • Ignition coil malfunction
  • Problems with the engine control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the spark plug in cylinder 3
  2. Inspect the ion current circuit wiring for damage.
  3. Check the quality of contacts in the connectors
  4. Test the ignition coil
  5. If necessary, replace faulty components

Related codes

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