Code result
P2697
Exhaust Aftertreatment Fuel Injector A Circuit / Open
Moderate severity
What it means
The 7th injector (HC dosing for DPF active regeneration) cannot be driven. Active regeneration cannot raise exhaust temperature, soot accumulates in the DPF.
Is it safe to drive?
Use caution
The vehicle is usually drivable for short distances, but the problem can worsen or affect emissions. Diagnose and repair as soon as practical.
Most likely causes
Open coil in injector solenoid
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Broken control wire
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
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