OBD-II reference

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

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Powertrain generic / SAE

P2193

System Too Lean at Higher Load (Bank 2)

Bank 2 fuel trim hits the lean limit only at higher engine load. Pattern points to a fuel-supply restriction — failing fuel pump, blocked filter, or weak injectors — rather than a vacuum leak (which would dominate at idle).

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number1 / 93

Possible causes

  • Fuel pump weak under load high
  • Fuel filter clogged medium

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Rough idle, possible stalling
  • Hesitation or hard cold start
  • Power loss under load

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: medium
  • DIY: possible
  • Estimated cost: 50–800 €
  • Estimated time: 0.5–3.5 h
  • Component: fuel pump
  • Component: fuel filter
  • Component: fuel injector
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant
  • drive cycle required

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