OBD-II reference

All 9.533 generic OBD-II codes, explained in detail.

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Powertrain generic / SAE

P2149

Fuel Injector Group B Supply Voltage Circuit/Open

The ECU detects an open or missing supply voltage on injector group B. The injectors on this bank cannot be energized, leading to misfire on the affected cylinders.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number1 / 49

Possible causes

  • Blown injector group B fuse high
  • Faulty injector supply relay medium
  • Pin pushed back out of connector body low

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Misfire or rough idle on the affected cylinder
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Possible fuel smell or smoke from exhaust

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: medium
  • DIY: possible
  • Estimated cost: 80–400 €
  • Estimated time: 0.3–1.5 h
  • Component: fuel injector
  • Component: injector supply relay
  • Component: injector wiring
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant
  • drive cycle required
  • limp mode possible

Sources

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How to read OBD-II codes

The first letter names the vehicle system, the second digit distinguishes generic from manufacturer-specific, the remaining digits group fault area and number.

PPowertrain: engine, transmission, emissions
BBody: chassis trim, comfort, interior
CChassis: suspension, brakes, steering
UNetwork: CAN, control modules, communication