OBD Code P0287

Cylinder 9 Contribution/Balance

What’s mean?

OBD2 Code P0287 Definition:
Code P0287 is triggered when the Power Train Control Module (PCM) detects that the acceleration rate of the crankshaft for Cylinder #9 was less than a calibrated amount. During normal conditions the PCM turns the Fuel Injectors ON and OFF in the Fuel Injection System.

Symptoms

Possible sumptoms of P0287
– Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light) – Engine Misfire – Engine Run Rough – Low MPG

Possible Causes

Possible causes of P0287
– Fuel Injector #9 – Faulty or Corroded Fuel Injector #9 Connector – Plugged #9 Fuel Injector – Dirty #9 Fuel Injector

Possible Solutions

– Clean Fuel Injector #9 Connector – Clean Fuel Injector #9 – Replaced Fuel Injector