DTC P0087 Fuel Rail / System Pressure - Too Low |
DTC P0088 Fuel Rail / System Pressure - Too High |
DTC P0191 Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Range / Performance |
DTC P1229 Fuel Pump System |
DTC P1272 Fuel Pressure Regulator System Malfunction |

| DTC Detection Drive Pattern | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
| Following conditions is met: Idling with warm engine. Then fully depress and release the accelerator pedal repeatedly several times while keeping the vehicle stationary.
| Both of following conditions 1 and 2 are met (1 trip detection condition). 1. Transition period (within 1 second) during following fuel pressure control status. - Fuel pressure controlled with pressure control valve. - Fuel pressure controlled with suction control valve. - Fuel pressure controlled with both pressure control valve and suction control valve. 2. Common rail internal pressure is less than 12 to 15 MPa (varies with engine speed) for 0.3 seconds. |
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| Control mode: Fuel pressure malfunction when in transition of control modes (within 1 second). | ||
| Purpose of Monitoring: Leakage in the high pressure range, injection nozzle stuck in open position, worn high pressure pump, worn injector, leaking pressure control valve. Possible errors in the low pressure stage: Pressure before gear pump too low, gear pump output too low (filter clogged up, leak on low pressure side), supply pump output too low. | ||
| DTC Detection Drive Pattern | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
| Following conditions is met: Idling with warm engine. Then fully depress and release the accelerator pedal repeatedly several times while keeping the vehicle stationary.
| Both of following conditions 1 and 2 are met (1 trip detection condition). 1. Transition period (within 1 second) during following fuel pressure control status. - Fuel pressure controlled with pressure control valve. - Fuel pressure controlled with suction control valve. - Fuel pressure controlled with both pressure control valve and suction control valve. 2. Common rail internal pressure is 175 MPa or more for 0.3 seconds. |
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| Control mode: Fuel pressure malfunction when in transition of control modes (within 1 second). | ||
| Purpose of Monitoring: Pressure control valve stuck closed, pressure control valve supplied with power due to electrical error, suction control valve stuck in open position, orifice clogged up, suction control valve without power due to electrical error. Possible errors in the low pressure stage: Pressure before gear pump too great (e.g. supply pump with pressure control valve), pressure after orifice too high. | ||
| DTC Detection Drive Pattern | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
| Following conditions is met: Idling with warm engine. Then fully depress and release the accelerator pedal repeatedly several times while keeping the vehicle stationary.
| Both of following conditions 1 and 2 are met (1 trip detection condition). 1. Common rail internal pressure is regulated using both suction control valve (supply pump) and pressure control valve while engine running with light load (including idling) and fuel temperature above 15°C (59°F). 2. Common rail internal fuel pressure does not rise to target fuel pressure even when pressure control valve controlled to close fully. |
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Start the engine, then turn the ignition switch off and wait for 30 seconds or more when fuel temperature is 40°C (104°F) or more, and then turn the ignition switch to ON.
| After certain period of time has elapsed after engine stop (pressure control valve releases common rail internal pressure during this period), common rail internal pressure deviates from normal range. (Determination of a malfunction is conducted within a given time after the ignition switch is turned from ON to off. If a malfunction is detected within this time, the MIL is illuminated and a DTC is set when the ignition switch is next turned to ON.) (1 trip detection condition). |
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| Control mode: Fuel pressure malfunction when in PCV and SCV cooperative control. | ||
| Purpose of Monitoring: Leakage in the high pressure range, injection nozzle stuck in open position, worn high pressure pump, worn injector, fuel pressure sensor malfunction, leaking pressure control valve. Possible errors in the low pressure stage. Pressure before gear pump too low, gear pump output too low (filter clogged up, leak on low pressure side), supply pump output too low. | ||
| DTC Detection Drive Pattern | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
Drive the vehicle when fuel temperature is 15°C (59°F) or more.
| Both of following conditions 1 and 2 are met (1 trip detection condition). 1. Common rail internal pressure is regulated using suction control valve (supply pump) while all of following conditions are met.* - Fuel temperature is above 15°C (59°F). - After certain period of time (maximum 300 seconds) has elapsed after engine start. - Medium or heavy load condition.
(a) Common rail internal pressure is less than 12 to 15 MPa for 0.3 seconds. (b) Common rail internal pressure is 175 MPa or more for 0.3 seconds. (c) Actual fuel pressure remains lower than target rail pressure (The actual fuel pressure remains 17 to 20 MPa or lower for 1 second. Although the pressure control valve has sufficiently closed afterward, the actual fuel pressure still remains low for 1 second.) |
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| Control mode: Fuel pressure malfunction when SCV (Suction Control Valve) control. | ||
| Purpose of Monitoring (DTC detection condition 2-(a)): Leakage in the high pressure range, injection nozzle stuck in open position, worn high pressure pump, worn injector, leaking pressure limiting or pressure control valve. Possible error in the low pressure stage. Pressure before gear pump too low, gear pump output too low (filter clogged up, leak on low pressure side), supply pump output too low. | ||
| Purpose of Monitoring (DTC detection condition 2-(b)): Suction control valve is stuck in open position, orifice clogged up, suction control valve without power due to electrical error. Possible error in the low pressure stage. Pressure before gear pump too great (e.g. in the case of an supply pump with pressure control valve), pressure after orifice too high. | ||
| Purpose of Monitoring (DTC detection condition 2-(c)): Leakage in the high pressure range, injection nozzle stuck in open position, worn high pressure pump, worn injector, leaking pressure limiting valve. Possible error in the low pressure stage. Pressure before gear pump too low, gear pump output too low (filter clogged up, leak on low pressure side), supply pump output too low. | ||
| DTC Detection Drive Pattern | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
| One of following conditions (a), (b), (c) or (d) is met: (a) When the fuel temperature is 15°C (59°F) or more and accelerator pedal fully released. (b) Engine idling (c) All driving condition when fuel temperature is 10°C (50°F) or less. (d) Within certain period of time (maximum 300 seconds) after engine start.
| Both of the following conditions 1 and 2 are met (1 trip detection logic). 1. Either of following conditions (1) or (2) is met (1) Common rail internal pressure is regulated using pressure control valve under one of the following condition is met* - Fuel temperature is below 15°C (59°F) - Within certain period of time after engine start (maximum 300 seconds, regardless of fuel temperature) (2) Common rail internal pressure is regulated using both suction control valve (supply pump) and pressure control valve while engine running with light load (including idling) and fuel temperature above 15°C (59°F)
(a) Common rail internal pressure is less than 12 to 15 MPa for 0.3 seconds. (b) Common rail internal pressure is 175 MPa or more for 0.3 seconds. (c) Although the pressure control valve has sufficiently opened, actual fuel pressure remains higher than target fuel pressure by 25 MPa or more for 1 second. (d) Actual fuel pressure remains lower than target rail pressure (The actual fuel pressure remains 17 to 20 MPa or lower than target fuel pressure for 1 second. Although the pressure control valve has sufficiently closed afterward, the actual fuel pressure still remains low for 1 second.) |
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| Control mode: Fuel pressure malfunction when in PCV (Pressure Control Valve) control, or when switching to PCV and SCV cooperative control. | ||
| Purpose of Monitoring (DTC detection condition 2-(a)): Leakage in the high pressure range, injection nozzle stuck in open position, worn high pressure pump, worn injector, leaking pressure limiting or pressure control valve. Possible error in the low pressure stage. Pressure before gear pump too low, gear pump output too low (filter clogged up, leak on low pressure side), supply pump output too low. | ||
| Purpose of Monitoring (DTC detection condition 2-(b)): Pressure control valve stuck closed, pressure control valve supplied with power due to electrical error, suction control valve stuck in open position, orifice clogged up, suction control valve without power due to electrical error. Possible error in the low pressure stage. Pressure before gear pump too great (e.g. in the case of an supply pump with pressure control valve), pressure after orifice too high. | ||
| Purpose of Monitoring (DTC detection condition 2-(c)): Leakage in the high pressure range, injection nozzle stuck in open position, worn high pressure pump, worn injector, leaking pressure limiting or pressure control valve. Possible error in the low pressure stage. Pressure before gear pump too low, gear pump output too low (filter clogged up, leak on low pressure side), supply pump output too low. | ||
| Purpose of Monitoring (DTC detection condition 2-(d)): Pressure control valve stuck, pressure control valve supplied with power due to electrical error. Possible error in the low pressure stage. Pressure control valve reflux too high. | ||
| DTC No. | Data List |
| P0087 P0088 P0191 P1229 P1272 |
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| 1.CHECK ANY OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P0087, P0088, P0191, P1229 OR P1272) |
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the tester on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / DTC.
Record the stored DTCs and Freeze Frame Data.
| Result | Proceed to |
| DTC P0087, P0088, P0191, P1229 or P1272 | A |
| DTC P0087, P0088, P0191, P1229 or P1272 and other DTCs | B |
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| 2.CHECK FUEL RECEIVER GAUGE (AMOUNT OF FUEL) |
Check if the fuel level is low.
| Result | Proceed to |
| The fuel gauge (segment) blinks | A |
| The fuel gauge (segment) does not blink | B |
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| 3.ADD FUEL |
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| 4.BLEED AIR FROM FUEL SYSTEM |
Bleed air from fuel system (Click here).
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| 5.CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS (DTC P0087, P0088, P0191, P1229 OR P1272) |
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Clear the DTCs (Click here).
Turn the ignition switch off and wait for 30 seconds.
If the DTC P1272 is stored in the result of Step 1, perform the (A) to (C) confirmation driving pattern process. If the result of Step 1 is other than DTC P1272, perform the (D) to (F) confirmation driving pattern process.
Start the engine when the fuel temperature is 15°C (59°F) or less. (A)
Drive the vehicle in 2nd gear. (B)
Fully depress the accelerator pedal, and then fully release it from engine speed of 3000 rpm or more. (C)
Allow the engine to idle until the engine coolant temperature reaches 75°C (167°F) or more. (D)
Drive the vehicle in 2nd gear. (E)
Fully depress the accelerator pedal, and then fully release it from engine speed of 3000 rpm or more. (F)
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / DTC.
Read the DTCs.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / All Readiness.
Input DTC P0087, P0088, P0191, P1229 or P1272.
Check that STATUS is NORMAL. If STATUS is INCOMPLETE or UNKNOWN, repeat the confirmation driving pattern process.
| Result | Proceed to |
| NORMAL | A |
| ABNORMAL | B |
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| 6.CLEAR DTC |
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Clear the DTCs (Click here).
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| 7.CHECK ENGINE STARTING CONDITION |
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| 8.BLEED AIR FROM FUEL SYSTEM |
Bleed air from fuel system (Click here).
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| 9.CHECK ENGINE STARTING CONDITION |
Check whether the engine can be started.
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| 10.CHECK AND REPLACE FUEL INLET LINE |
Check the following items (fuel line from fuel tank to supply pump), and repair or replace the malfunctioning part if necessary.
Check for fuel filter clogging.
Check for fuel freezing in the fuel line when the cold condition.
Check for clogging or leaks in the fuel pipe and hose between the fuel tank and fuel supply pump.
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| 11.CHECK ENGINE STARTING CONDITION |
Check whether the engine can be started.
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| 12.REPLACE SUPPLY PUMP ASSEMBLY (SUCTION CONTROL VALVE) |
Replace the fuel supply pump assembly (Click here).
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| 13.BLEED AIR FROM FUEL SYSTEM |
Bleed air from fuel system (Click here).
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| 14.CHECK ENGINE STARTING CONDITION |
Check whether the engine can be started.
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| 15.REPLACE COMMON RAIL ASSEMBLY (PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE) |
Replace the common rail assembly (Click here).
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| 16.BLEED AIR FROM FUEL SYSTEM |
Bleed air from fuel system (Click here).
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| 17.CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA (TARGET PUMP SCV CURRENT) |
Read the value of Target Pump SCV Current in Freeze Frame Data recorded in Step 1.
| Tester Display (Freeze Frame Data Item) | Specified Condition |
| Target Pump SCV Current | Below 1530 mA |
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| 18.CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA (FUEL PRESS) |
Read the value of Fuel Press and Target Common Rail Pressure in Freeze Frame Data recorded in Step 1.
| Tester Display (Freeze Frame Data Item) | Specified Condition |
| Fuel Press | Below 175000 kPa |
Start the engine and warm it up.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Fuel Press and Target Common Rail Pressure.
Check that the Fuel Press is within the specification below.
| Result | Proceed to |
Both conditions are met:
| B |
| Except above | A |
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| 19.CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA (INJECTION FEEDBACK VAL #1 TO #4) |
Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature reaches 75°C (167°F) or more.
Allow the engine to idle for 30 seconds or more.
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Injection Feedback Val #1 to #4.
Read the value.
| Tester Display (Data List Item) | Engine Condition | Specified Condition |
| Injection Feedback Val #1 Injection Feedback Val #2 Injection Feedback Val #3 Injection Feedback Val #4 | Idling | Between -2.0 mm3/st and 2.0 mm3/st |
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| 20.PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (TEST THE FUEL LEAK) |
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Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the tester on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT/ Active Test / Test the Fuel Leak / Data List / Fuel Press, Target Common Rail Pressure and Target Pump SCV Current.
Check the Fuel Press is within +/-10000 kPa of Target Common Rail Pressure when engine is idling and running at 3000 rpm without load.
Take a snapshot with the intelligent tester during the Active Test.
Maintain the engine speed of 3500 rpm, and then press the "Start" button.
Measure the difference between the target fuel pressure (Target Common Rail Pressure) and the actual fuel pressure (Fuel Press) when the Active Test /Test the Fuel Leak is performed.

Read the value of Target Pump SCV Current in Data List when the Active Test / Test the Fuel Leak is performed.
| Result | Proceed to |
| Both results are within standard | A |
| Difference between target fuel pressure and actual fuel pressure is 15000 kPa or more | B |
| Target Pump SCV Current value is out of standard range | C |
Both conditions are met:
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| 21.PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (FUEL CUT FOR IDENTIFYING MALFUNCTION) |
Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature reaches 75°C (167°F) or more.
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the tester on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Active Test / Control the Cylinder#1 to #4 Fuel Cut.
Check the four cylinders in sequence to identify a faulty cylinder.
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| 22.REPLACE INJECTOR ASSEMBLY (INJECTOR OF MALFUNCTIONING CYLINDER) |
Replace the injector assembly of the malfunctioning cylinder (Click here).
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| 23.PERFORM REGISTRATION AND INITIALIZATION |
Perform registration of the fuel injector compensation code (Click here).
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| 24.BLEED AIR FROM FUEL SYSTEM |
Bleed air from fuel system (Click here).
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| 25.REPLACE SUPPLY PUMP ASSEMBLY |
Replace the supply pump assembly (Click here).
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| 26.BLEED AIR FROM FUEL SYSTEM |
Bleed air from fuel system (Click here).
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| 27.PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (TEST THE FUEL LEAK) |
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Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the tester on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT/ Active Test / Test the Fuel Leak / Data List / Fuel Press and Target Common Rail Pressure.
Take a snapshot with the intelligent tester during the Active Test.
Maintain the engine speed of 3500 rpm, and then press the "Start" button.
Measure the difference between the target fuel pressure (Target Common Rail Pressure) and the actual fuel pressure (Fuel Press) when the Active Test /Test the Fuel Leak is performed.

| Result | Proceed to |
| Difference between target fuel pressure and actual fuel pressure is 15000 kPa or more | A |
| Difference between target fuel pressure and actual fuel pressure is less than 15000 kPa | B |
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| 28.REPLACE COMMON RAIL ASSEMBLY |
Replace the common rail assembly (Click here).
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| 29.BLEED AIR FROM FUEL SYSTEM |
Bleed air from fuel system (Click here).
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| 30.CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (SUCTION CONTROL VALVE - ECM) |
Disconnect the suction control valve connector.
Disconnect the ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
| B42-2 - B9-12 (PCV) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
| B42-2 or B9-12 (PCV) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
Reconnect the suction control valve connector.
Reconnect the ECM connector.
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| OK | |
| 31.REPLACE SUPPLY PUMP ASSEMBLY |
Replace the supply pump assembly (Click here).
| NEXT | |
| 32.BLEED AIR FROM FUEL SYSTEM |
Bleed air from fuel system (Click here).
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| 33.REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
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| 34.CONFIRM WHETHER MALFUNCTION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY REPAIRED |
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Clear the DTCs (Click here).
Turn the ignition switch off and wait for 30 seconds.
If the DTC P1272 is stored in the result of Step 1, perform the (A) to (C) confirmation driving pattern process. If the result of Step 1 is other than DTC P1272, perform the (D) to (F) confirmation driving pattern process.
Start the engine when the fuel temperature is 15°C (59°F) or less. (A)
Drive the vehicle in 2nd gear. (B)
Fully depress the accelerator pedal, and then fully release it from engine speed of 3000 rpm or more. (C)
Allow the engine to idle until the engine coolant temperature reaches 75°C (167°F) or more. (D)
Drive the vehicle in 2nd gear. (E)
Fully depress the accelerator pedal, and then fully release it from engine speed of 3000 rpm or more. (F)
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / DTC.
Confirm that the DTC is not output again.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / All Readiness.
Input DTC P0087, P0088, P0191, P1229 or P1272.
Check that STATUS is NORMAL. If STATUS is INCOMPLETE or UNKNOWN, repeat the confirmation driving pattern process.
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