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P0205

Overview

Code

P0205

Code Type

P

Code Class

P0

System

Engine

Severity Level

High

Emissions Related

true

Drivability Impact

Major

Diagnostic Protocol

OBD2

Freeze Frame Useful

true

Code Definition

Diagnostic trouble code P0205 indicates a malfunction in the fuel injector circuit for cylinder 5

Symptoms

Engine misfire; Rough idle; Reduced power

Overview applies to this diagnostic code.

Affected Systems

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  • Code Definition

  • Symptoms

  • Affected Systems

  • Possible Causes

  • Diagnostic Steps

  • Drive Safety Notes​

More Resources

Cylinder 5 fuel delivery and combustion

Possible Causes

Faulty fuel injector; Wiring issues; ECM driver fault

Diagnostic Steps

1 Swap injector with another cylinder; 2 Monitor misfire data; 3 Test injector resistance; 4 Inspect wiring harness

Drive Safety Notes

Continued misfire may damage catalytic converter

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