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P2E5A: Cylinder 2 Alternative Fuel Misfire Detected
Standardized SAE J2012 code · P2Exx codes
What does P2E5A mean?
Misfire detected on cylinder 2 during alternative fuel operation. Specific to bi-fuel CNG/LPG operation.
The code tells you which monitor failed, not which part is broken. Test before replacing parts.
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
Common causes
- High Injector clogged or weak
- Medium Fuel quality off-spec
Likelihood is a general estimate across vehicles; your make and model may differ.
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