OBD-II reference

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

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Powertrain generic / SAE

P2BED

Fuel Control System A Too Rich Bank 1

Fuel control system A on bank 1 reports a persistently rich condition. Long-term fuel trim is at the negative limit, indicating excess fuel delivery or air metering error.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / numberB / ED

Possible causes

  • Fuel rail pressure high or regulator stuck high
  • Injector leaking - over-fuelling medium

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Black smoke from exhaust on acceleration
  • Smell of unburned fuel, fouled spark plugs

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: medium
  • DIY: shop recommended
  • Estimated cost: 150–1500 €
  • Estimated time: 1–6 h
  • Component: fuel injectors
  • Component: fuel pressure regulator
  • Component: intake system
  • 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