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P2E60 Cylinder 8 Alternative Fuel Misfire Detected

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainIgnitionDriveability: LimitedOBD2

What P2E60 means

P2E60
Cylinder 8 Alternative Fuel Misfire Detected Generic · ignition Data confidence 65%

The control module detected crankshaft speed fluctuations consistent with combustion misfire (Cylinder 8 Alternative Fuel).

Symptoms

  • Possible rough running and loss of power
  • MIL illuminated or flashing under load
  • Possible increased emissions

Possible causes

  • Ignition fault (spark plug, coil, leads)
  • Injector fault
  • Low compression or mechanical fault
  • Intake air leak
  • Fuel supply fault

Recommended checks

  • Read misfire counters per cylinder
  • Check freeze frame conditions
  • Swap-test coil/plug between cylinders where applicable
  • Check injector operation and cylinder balance
  • Perform compression test if electrical checks pass

Related and nearby codes

How to read P2E60

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

2

Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.

E60

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P2E60

What does P2E60 mean?

Cylinder 8 Alternative Fuel Misfire Detected. The control module detected crankshaft speed fluctuations consistent with combustion misfire (Cylinder 8 Alternative Fuel).

Is P2E60 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P2E60 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P2E60 at file level?

If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry and, where the ECU needs it, corrects the checksum too. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.

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