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PowertrainP2099

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich (Bank 2)

35 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Catalytic converter: cleans the exhaust gases · Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Bank 2: the side of the engine containing cylinder 2 · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 35

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich (Bank 2) SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich Bank 2 BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich (Bank 2) SAEPowertrain
BYDP2099Post catalyst system too rich B2 BrandPowertrain
CheryP2099Bank 2: Too Rich BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich Bank 2 BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich Bank 2 BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2099Post catalyst system too rich B2 BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2099Bank 2: Too Rich BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2099Post catalyst fuel trim system too rich bank 2 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2099Bank 2: Too Rich BrandPowertrain
GMP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich Bank 2 BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2099Post catalyst system too rich B2 BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2099Post catalyst system too rich B2 BrandPowertrain
HoldenP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System High Limit Bank 2 BrandPowertrain
HondaP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich (Bank 2) SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich (Bank 2) SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich (Bank 2) SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich (Bank 2) SAEPowertrain
MaseratiP2099Downstream Fuel Trim System 2 Rich BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP2099Dual O2S F/B system too rich B2 BrandPowertrain
NissanP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich (Bank 2) SAEPowertrain
OpelP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich Bank 2 BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich (Bank 2) SAEPowertrain
PorscheP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich (Bank 2) SAEPowertrain
ProtonP2099Dual O2S F/B system too rich B2 BrandPowertrain
SaabP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich Bank 2 BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2099Audio System Input/Output'1' button BrandPowertrain
SmartP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich (Bank 2) SAEPowertrain
SubaruP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP2099Post catalyst fuel trim system too rich (Bank 2) BrandPowertrain
TataP2099Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Too Rich Bank 2 BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2099Post catalyst fuel trim system too rich bank 2 BrandPowertrain
VolvoP2099Bank 2 Fuel Control Shifted Rich (FAOSC) BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP2099bank 2: too rich; Open circuit BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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