OBD-II reference

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

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Powertrain generic / SAE

P2B05

Cylinder 6 Injection Pulse Performance

The ECM detects that the injection pulse on cylinder 6 does not produce the expected combustion result. Pulse width, timing, or quantity drift compared to the bank average.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / numberB / 05

Possible causes

  • Injector aged - flow characteristic drifted high
  • Fuel quality affecting injection result medium

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: medium
  • DIY: shop recommended
  • Estimated cost: 200–1500 €
  • Estimated time: 1–6 h
  • Component: fuel injector cyl 6
  • Component: ecm
  • 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