DTC P0191: Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance

2010 Ford Focus SES, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION DTC P0191: Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance
DTC P0191: FUEL RAIL PRESSURE SENSOR A CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCE

Description:  The comprehensive component monitor (CCM) checks the fuel rail pressure (FRP) sensor for an acceptable fuel pressure. The test fails when the difference between the FRP requested by the PCM and the FRP delivered exceeds 138 kPa (20 psi) for more than 8 seconds.
Possible Causes: 
  • High fuel pressure
  • Low fuel pressure
  • Damaged FRP sensor
  • Excessive resistance in the circuit
  • Vacuum leaks
  • Low or no fuel
Diagnostic Aids: 
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST DD .
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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