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Powertrain fault code

P0212: Injector Circuit/Open - Cylinder 12

Fix soon

The affected cylinder may misfire. Have it checked soon.

What P0212 means

The engine computer has found an electrical fault in an injector circuit.

Common causes

  • Faulty injector
  • Damaged injector wiring or connector
  • Engine computer driver fault (less common)

What to check first

  1. Check the injector connector is clipped on and clean.
  2. Have the injector resistance and wiring tested.

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General guidance only, not a diagnosis. A qualified mechanic should confirm the cause before you replace parts.