P0214 — Cold Start Injector 2 Malfunction
Drive with caution — fix soon.
What P0214 means
This code means the engine computer detected an electrical fault in the second cold start injector circuit, the injector that adds extra fuel to help a cold engine start. It usually points to a faulty cold start injector, damaged wiring or connectors, or a fault in its control circuit. Repairs typically involve testing and replacing the injector or fixing the wiring, and it's usually a straightforward repair.
Common symptoms
- Check engine light is on
- Hard starting when the engine is cold
- Engine cranks longer than usual before starting
- Rough running or stalling right after a cold start
- Possible fuel smell or flooding in some cases
Common causes
- Faulty second cold start injector
- Damaged or corroded wiring or connector at the injector
- Open or short circuit in the cold start injector control wiring
- Failed cold start injector relay or temperature sensor
- Poor electrical ground or loose connection
Typical repair cost
$150 – $450
Varies by vehicle and root cause.
Frequently asked questions
Can I keep driving with a P0214 code?
Usually yes, because it mainly affects cold starting and not how the car runs once warm. Even so, get it checked before cold weather and watch for any fuel smell, which could mean a stuck-open injector flooding the engine.
How much does it cost to fix a P0214 code?
Most repairs run $150 to $450. A wiring or connector repair is cheaper, while replacing the second cold start injector with labor sits toward the higher end of that range.
Is a P0214 code serious?
It's generally moderate. The usual symptom is hard cold starting, which is inconvenient but not dangerous. The main concern is a stuck-open injector flooding the engine, so it's worth repairing rather than ignoring.
What's the difference between P0214 and P0213?
Both involve cold start injectors, but P0213 is for the first injector and P0214 is for the second one used on engines with two cold start injectors. The repair approach is the same; the code just tells your mechanic which injector to inspect.