P0263
Cylinder 1 Contribution/Balance
1999-2004 Chevrolet Tracker 2.5L V6
High SeverityPowertrainGeneric (SAE)
Description
Cylinder 1 is not contributing its expected share of power output.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Rough idle
- Misfire
- Vibration
Common Causes
- Low compression cylinder 1
- Faulty injector
- Valve issue
- Head gasket leak
Diagnostic Steps
- Run power balance test
- Check compression
- Test injector
- Inspect valves
Repair Notes
Diagnose mechanical condition of cylinder 1.
Related Codes
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0001Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0263 on Other Vehicles
Chevrolet Astro
1995-2005 4.3L V6 Vortec
Chevrolet Avalanche
2002-2006 5.3L V8 Vortec
Chevrolet Avalanche
2002-2006 8.1L V8 Vortec
Chevrolet Avalanche
2007-2013 5.3L V8 Vortec
Chevrolet Avalanche
2007-2013 6.0L V8 Vortec
Chevrolet Aveo
2012-2018 1.6L I4
Chevrolet Beat
2018-2021 1.2L I4
Chevrolet Beretta
1990-1996 2.2L I4
Common Questions
What does code P0263 mean on a 1999-2004 Chevrolet Tracker?
P0263 stands for "Cylinder 1 Contribution/Balance". Cylinder 1 is not contributing its expected share of power output.
What are the symptoms of P0263 on a Chevrolet Tracker?
Common symptoms of P0263 include: Check Engine Light, Rough idle, Misfire, Vibration.
What causes P0263 on a 1999-2004 Chevrolet Tracker?
Common causes of P0263 include: Low compression cylinder 1, Faulty injector, Valve issue, Head gasket leak.