OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P2323 Ignition Coil H Secondary Circuit

A fault is detected on the secondary (high-voltage) side of ignition coil H. The spark delivered to the plug is missing or too weak, causing a misfire on the cylinder served by coil H. Causes: a worn spark plug or wide gap, a cracked coil or boot, carbon tracking, or an open or leaking secondary winding.

Is it safe to drive with P2323?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelySpark plug worn or fouled
  • PossibleSecondary breakdown inside coil H

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Easy
DIY friendly
Often, with basic tools
Typical labour
0.4–1.2 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
Parts involved
Ignition Coil H, Spark Plug Cyl H, Ignition Secondary Lead

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.