P2B0A

Cold Start Cylinder 3 Injection Pulse Performance

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Unstable engine operation during cold start
Increased fuel consumption
Power Loss
Engine stalls on cold start
Misfire in cylinder 3

Causes

Malfunction of the fuel injector of cylinder 3
Problems in the injector electrical circuit
Dirty or clogged nozzle
Low fuel pressure
ECU malfunction

How to Fix

Check the condition of the fuel injector of cylinder 3
Check the electrical circuit of the injector for opens and shorts
Clean or replace the nozzle if necessary
Check the fuel pressure in the system
Test the ECU for errors

Related codes

P2B0B P2B0C P0203