OBD-II reference

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

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Powertrain generic / SAE

P2E5F

Cylinder 7 Alternative Fuel Misfire Detected

Misfire detected on cylinder 7 during alternative fuel operation. Specific to bi-fuel CNG/LPG operation.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / numberE / 5F

Possible causes

  • Injector clogged or weak high
  • Fuel quality off-spec medium

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on or flashing
  • Rough idle and uneven running
  • Power loss, hesitation under acceleration
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Possible smell of unburned fuel from exhaust

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: medium
  • DIY: shop recommended
  • Estimated cost: 150–1500 €
  • Estimated time: 1–6 h
  • Component: alt fuel injector cyl 7
  • Component: ignition coil cyl 7
  • 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