OBD-II reference

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

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Powertrain generic / SAE

P21FC

Fuel Control System B Too Lean at Higher Load (Bank 1)

Secondary fuel control loop B on bank 1 reports a lean condition at higher load. Lean at high load typically points at fuel pressure shortfall, restricted injectors, or charge-air leak.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number1 / FC

Possible causes

  • Fuel pressure drops under load high
  • Charge-air leak after turbo 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: 80–1500 €
  • Estimated time: 0.7–5 h
  • Component: fuel pressure regulator
  • Component: fuel injector
  • Component: charge air pipe
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant

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