P0202 on Ford
Injector Circuit/Open - Cylinder 2
P0202 on Ford vehicles indicates injector circuit/open - cylinder 2. Au7o has documented this code across 2 Ford models — most commonly on F-250, Transit. This code means the Engine Control Module detected an electrical problem (open circuit or out-of-range resistance) in the fuel injector control circuit for cylinder 2. The ECM switches each injector on and off through this circuit, and it monitors the circuit to confirm the injector is responding. P0202 indicates the computer isn't getting the expected electrical feedback for that specific injector, so cylinder 2 may not be fueling correctly. This commonly causes a misfire, rough running, and reduced power on that cylinder. Typical repair costs on Ford range from $300 to $2,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0202
- •Damaged or corroded injector connector at cylinder 2
- •Open or shorted wiring in the injector control circuit
- •Failed (electrically open) fuel injector on cylinder 2
- •Loose or backed-out connector pin
- •Poor ground or power feed to the injector
- •Faulty injector driver inside the ECM/PCM
- •Chafed harness causing intermittent open
P0202 on Ford by Model
Ford F-250(1 issue)
- 7.3L IDI/Powerstroke Injector Failure1990-1998
The 7.3L diesel engines (IDI pre-1994, Powerstroke 1994+) experience injector failure causing rough running, hard starts, and excessive smoke. The IDI injectors are simpler mechanical units; Powerstroke uses HEUI hydraulic electronic injectors.
Ford Transit(1 issue)
- Fuel Injector Failure and Rough Running (EcoBlue Diesel)2017-2023
The 2017-2023 Ford Transit with the 2.0L EcoBlue diesel engine (available in some markets) and the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 experience fuel injector failures causing rough running, misfires, poor idle, reduced performance, and excessive smoke on cold start. Parkers UK documents an official Ford service action for Transit EcoBlue diesel injector failures traced to a quality issue with Continental-supplied injectors where an internal surface coating comes unstuck, blocking the injector. FordTransitUSAForum.com documents injector failure on 3.5L EcoBoost Transit models as well, where direct injection fuel deposits cause injector spray pattern degradation. RepairPal estimates individual injector replacement between $266 and $627 depending on Transit model, but multiple injectors often need replacement simultaneously, and contaminated fuel systems can cost significantly more.
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What does P0202 mean on Ford?▼
P0202 stands for "Injector Circuit/Open - Cylinder 2." This code means the Engine Control Module detected an electrical problem (open circuit or out-of-range resistance) in the fuel injector control circuit for cylinder 2. The ECM switches each injector on and off through this circuit, and it monitors the circuit to confirm the injector is responding. P0202 indicates the computer isn't getting the expected electrical feedback for that specific injector, so cylinder 2 may not be fueling correctly. This commonly causes a misfire, rough running, and reduced power on that cylinder. On Ford specifically, this code is documented across 2 models.
What causes P0202 on Ford vehicles?▼
Common causes on Ford: Damaged or corroded injector connector at cylinder 2, Open or shorted wiring in the injector control circuit, Failed (electrically open) fuel injector on cylinder 2, Loose or backed-out connector pin, Poor ground or power feed to the injector. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0202 on a Ford?▼
Repair costs on Ford range from $300 to $2,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Ford models have P0202 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0202 on 2 Ford models: F-250, Transit.