OBD Guide

P2E68

System Too Lean During Cylinder Deactivation Bank 1

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine operation
  • Power reduction
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Detonation during acceleration
  • Check Engine Light Is On

Causes

  • Air leak in the intake tract
  • Malfunction of the fuel pump or injectors
  • Contamination or malfunction of the mass air flow sensor (MAF)
  • Problems with the oxygen sensor
  • Malfunction of the cylinder deactivation system

How to Fix

  1. Check the intake system for air leaks
  2. Check fuel pressure and condition of injectors
  3. Check and, if necessary, replace the mass air flow sensor
  4. Check the operation of oxygen sensors
  5. Diagnostics of the cylinder deactivation system

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