OBD Guide

P28B6

Cylinder 10 Ion Current Sense Circuit Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Unstable engine operation
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Misfire in cylinder 10

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the ion current sensor circuit
  • Malfunction of the ion current sensor of the 10th cylinder
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Engine control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the ion current sensor circuit
  2. Inspect connectors and contacts for oxidation or damage
  3. Check the resistance of the ion current sensor
  4. If necessary, replace the ion current sensor
  5. Check the operation of the engine control unit

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