P2B0C

Cold Start Cylinder 5 Injection Pulse Performance

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Unstable engine operation when cold
Increased fuel consumption
Power dips
Difficulty starting in cold weather
Floating idle speed

Causes

Dirty or faulty injector of cylinder 5
Problems with the fuel pump or pressure regulator
Injector control circuit malfunction
Problems with the engine ECU
Low fuel quality

How to Fix

Check the resistance of the injector of cylinder 5
Test injector performance on a bench
Check the pressure in the fuel rail
Inspect the wiring harness to the injector
Scan the ECU for other errors

Related codes

P2B0D P2B0B P2B0A