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P01D5

Cylinder 6 Injection Timing Performance - Over Retarded

System
Fuel and air metering (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Fuel/Air Metering

What it means

P01D5 means Cylinder 6 Injection Timing Performance - Over Retarded.

Check these first

  • A restricted or clogged injector on cylinder 6
  • A weak injector spray on cylinder 6
  • Air in the fuel rail at cylinder 6
  • A worn injector on cylinder 6
  • A cam or crank signal skewing timing

What to do next

  1. Compare cylinder 6 injection timing on a scan tool
  2. Check the injector balance on cylinder 6
  3. Inspect the cylinder 6 injector connector and wiring
  4. Check the fuel pressure at the rail
  5. Replace the cylinder 6 injector if timing stays retarded
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.