P0203

High Severity

Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 3

Fuel System

What Does P0203 Mean?

Cylinder 3 injector circuit fault.

Common Fix

Replace cylinder 3 injector

Estimated Cost (DIY)

$40 - $150

Symptoms

  • ⚠️Cylinder 3 misfire
  • ⚠️Rough idle
  • ⚠️Power loss

Related Symptoms

Common Causes

Faulty injectorlikely
Wiring issuepossible
Bad connectorpossible

How to Diagnose P0203

  1. 1Check connector
  2. 2Test resistance
  3. 3Swap with another injector
  4. 4Replace if confirmed bad

OEM Diagnostic Flowchart

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Related Resources

Repair guides, symptom pages, and wiring diagrams related to P0203.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does injector replacement cost?
DIY: $40-$150 per injector. Mechanic: $150-$400 including labor.
Can I drive with a dead injector?
You can limp home but driving with a dead cylinder sends raw fuel into the exhaust, damaging the catalytic converter.

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