P0214Generic code

P0214 Code: Cold Start Injector 2 Malfunction

The P0214 code means there is a fault in the circuit of the second cold start injector, which only some older engines have. It works like P0213, but for the second injector. You can keep driving, although cold starts may be harder.

Severity
Low
Can I keep driving?
Yes, no immediate risk
Estimated cost
$30 to $250
Difficulty
Medium
System
Fuel Injection
Applies to
All OBD2 vehicles

Updated Reviewed by Renzo Chacca

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What the P0214 code means

The P0214 code is the same as P0213, but for the second cold start injector, which some older six and eight cylinder engines had.

The engines with two cold start injectors were usually six or eight cylinder engines with two separate intake manifolds or plenums, one per bank. Each injector had its own circuit and sometimes its own thermal switch. Diagnosing the P0214 code is identical to the first injector (P0213): check the supply during a cold start, the coil resistance, and that the injector does not leak.

P0214 code symptoms

  • Hard starting when the engine is cold.
  • Check engine light on.

Likely causes of the P0214 code

  1. Injector open or shorted.
  2. Wiring or connector problem.
  3. Bad relay or thermal switch.

How to diagnose the P0214 code step by step

  1. Measure the injector resistance.
  2. Check the power supply during a cold start.
  3. Compare it with injector 1. The resistance and the supply should be similar.
  4. Check the thermal switch if the circuit includes one.

How to fix the P0214 code

  • Repair the wiring or replace the injector.
  • Clear the code and verify the repair.
  • Afterward, make sure there is no smell of fuel with the engine hot, which would mean the injector is leaking.

Technical reference data

  • It only works during a cold start.
  • These values are a rough guide, so check the manufacturer's data for your engine.

Brand-specific notes

The P0214 code is very rare on current vehicles. It only makes sense on older engines that were built with a second cold start injector.

Frequently asked questions about P0214

Is P0214 a common code?
No. It only shows up on older engines that have two cold start injectors.
Can I drive with a P0214 code?
Yes. The main effect is a harder start when the engine is cold.
How do I fix P0214?
Check the wiring and the injector. Compare its resistance and supply with the first cold start injector.
How much does it cost to fix P0214?
Roughly $30 to $250, depending on whether it is the wiring, the thermal switch or the injector.
What is the most common cause of P0214?
An injector that is open or shorted, a wiring or connector problem, or a bad relay or thermal switch. Testing the injector resistance and the supply tells you which one it is.
Will a P0214 code clear itself?
Not if the fault is real. A loose connection may make the light go out and come back, so repair the circuit and verify it with a cold start.

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