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BMW P2301 Code – Cylinder 2 Misfire
Limited
Safe to drive :
BMW vehicles only
Applies only to :
Not applicable to :
This explanation does NOT apply to other brands.
High
Severity level :
When Does This Code Appear on the Vehicles
P2301 occurs when misfire detected on cylinder 2.
What This Code means on the Vehicles
BMW-specific cylinder 2 misfire detected by engine module.
Why This is different from a generic OBD2 Code
Generic scanners cannot map misfire to BMW cylinder-specific codes accurately.
Common Situations That Trigger This Code
Spark plug; Ignition coil; Fuel injector fault.
What Will NOT Fix This Code
Ignoring coil or injector; Replacing unrelated components.
How to Clear This Code on Vehicles
Inspect cylinder 2 coil and plug; test injector; clear via ISTA.
Related Manufacturer Specific Codes
BMW P2300; BMW P2302
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