What Does P1292 Mean?
The high-side driver circuit for one or more fuel injectors on bank 2 has detected a short to ground or battery voltage. This is the same fault as P1291 but affects the opposite cylinder bank.
Safety Warning
Vehicle may run very rough, lose power, or fail to start. Continued operation may damage the PCM. Avoid driving until diagnosed and repaired.
Common Causes
35%
Shorted fuel injector internal coil
30%
Wiring harness short to ground or power
20%
Water or oil intrusion in injector connector
15%
PCM injector driver circuit failure
Diagnostic Steps
1
Step 1: Disconnect all bank 2 injector connectors and clear codes to identify affected injector(s)
2
Step 2: Measure each injector coil resistance and verify within specifications
3
Step 3: Test injector harness for shorts to ground or voltage with injectors disconnected
4
Step 4: Examine injector connectors for contamination from oil, fuel, or moisture
5
Step 5: Verify PCM driver output using noid lights or scope pattern analysis
Estimated Repair Cost
$200 - $1,200
Parts + labor, varies by vehicle and location
The high-side driver circuit for one or more fuel injectors on bank 2 has detected a short to ground or battery voltage. This is the same fault as P1291 but affects the opposite cylinder bank.
The most common cause of P1292 (Injector High Side Short To GND Or VBATT - Bank 2) is: Shorted fuel injector internal coil
Typical repair costs for P1292 range from $200 to $1,200, depending on the vehicle, location, and whether you do it yourself or go to a shop.
Vehicle may run very rough, lose power, or fail to start. Continued operation may damage the PCM. Avoid driving until diagnosed and repaired.
Start by connecting an OBD2 scanner to read the code and any freeze frame data. Then follow the diagnostic steps specific to P1292 to identify the root cause.
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Powertrain
System
Fuel Injection System
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