OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)

P2350 Cylinder 9 Pressure Variation High

Cylinder-to-cylinder pressure variation on cylinder 9 is above the calibrated maximum — combustion is unstable cycle-to-cycle, typical of partial misfire or injector seat erosion.

Is it safe to drive with P2350?

Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.

Common causes

  • Most likelyRough combustion - excessive cycle-to-cycle variation
  • PossibleInjector intermittent on cylinder 9

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Hard
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
1.5–6 h
Emissions test
Likely to fail
Parts involved
Cylinder 9 Combustion, Cylinder Pressure Sensor 9

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