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DTC Detection Logic

NOTE: If DTC P050A, P050B or P050E is displayed with other DTC, first perform the trouble diagnosis for other DTC.

DTC No.

Trouble diagnosis name

DTC detecting condition

Possible cause

P050A

Cold start idle air control system performance

ECM does not control engine idle speed properly when engine is started with pre-warming up condition.

  • Lack of intake air volume
  • Fuel injection system
  • ECM

P050B

Cold start ignition timing performance

ECM does not control ignition timing properly when engine is started with pre-warming up condition.

P050E

Cold start engine exhaust temperature too low

The temperature of the catalyst inlet does not rise to the proper temperature when the engine is started with pre-warming up condition.