OBD Guide

P28BC

Cylinder 12 Ion Current Sense Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Misfire in cylinder 12
  • Unstable engine operation
  • Power reduction
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the circuit
  • Faulty spark plug
  • Problems with the ignition coil
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Engine control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the ion current circuit
  2. Inspect the spark plug and coil
  3. Check connections and connectors
  4. Test circuit resistance
  5. Replace damaged components if necessary

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