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Circuit Description

The fuel rail pressure (FRP) sensor is a pressure sensor. The powertrain control module (PCM) supplies about 5 volts on the FRP sensor reference voltage circuit. The PCM also supplies a ground circuit and a signal circuit to the FRP sensor. When the fuel rail pressure is normal, the FRP signal voltage rises to near 2.5 volts. If the fuel rail pressure increases, the FRP signal voltage increases. The PCM uses the FRP sensor data in order to adjust fuel trim.

This DTC sets when the FRP sensor signal voltage is outside of the normal operating range of the sensor.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • DTCs P0005, P0192, P0193, P1432, P1433, or P2665 are not set.
    • The CNG fuel tank pressure is more than 1,723 kPa (250 psi).
    • The ECT is more than -15°C (5°F).
    • The engine speed is more than 100 RPM.
    • The mass airflow (MAF) is less than 127 g/s.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • The FRP sensor is less than 156 kPa (23 psi) when the fuel tank pressure is more than 1407 kPa (204 psi).
    • The FRP sensor is more than 683 kPa (99 psi).
    • The condition exists for at least 3 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The control module illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) when the diagnostic runs and fails.
    • The control module switches over to gasoline fuel operation.
    • The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The control module stores this information in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

    • The control module turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail.
    • A current DTC, Last Test Failed, clears when the diagnostic runs and passes.
    • A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other emission related diagnostic.
    • Clear the MIL and the DTC with a scan tool.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. If there are any other DTCs set, diagnose those DTCs first.

  2. This step determines if the condition is present.

  3. This step tests the signal circuit, and the 5 volt reference circuit of the FRP sensor. The scan tool should display 5 volts when the circuits are jumpered together.

  4. This step determines if the 5-volt reference circuit is the cause of the condition. The DMM should display 5.0 volts across the test lamp.

  5. Monitor the scan tool data list after turning the ignition OFF. The PCM powers down after about 20 seconds and the scan tool will display a loss of communication.

    This step tests the resistance of low reference circuit for the FRP sensor. The DMM should display less than 10 ohms when the PCM is not powered up.

  6. This step verifies that a mechanical fuel system condition is not the cause of the concern. A fuel pressure regulator condition may cause this DTC to set.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Engine Controls Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check Alternative Fuels - Engine Controls?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Alternative Fuels (Engine Controls)

2

Observe the DTC information with a scan tool.

Are there are any other DTCs set?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Observe the Fuel Rail Pressure (FRP) data display with a scan tool.
  3. Command the low pressure lock-off ON with a scan tool.

Does the scan tool display the FRP sensor pressure within the specified range?

156-1,683 kPa (23-99 psi)

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

  1. Observe the Freeze Frame and/or the Failure records data for this DTC.
  2. Turn the ignition OFF for 30 seconds.
  3. Start the engine.
  4. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame and/or the Failure records data.

Does the DTC fail this ignition cycle?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Intermittent Conditions

5

  1. Disconnect the FRP sensor. Refer to Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Fuel Pressure Sensor Replacement .
  2. Jumper the signal circuit of the FRP sensor to the 5 volt reference circuit of the FRP sensor.
  3. Observe the FRP sensor data display with a scan tool.

Does the scan tool display the FRP sensor voltage at the specified value?

5 V

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 6

6

  1. Probe the 5-volt reference circuit of the FRP sensor with a test lamp to ground.
  2. Measure the voltage drop across the test lamp with a DMM. Refer to Measuring Voltage Drop in Wiring Systems in the J Platform Service Manual.

Is the voltage at the specified value?

5 V

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 11

7

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Wait 30 seconds.
  3. Important: The PCM must be powered down during this test. Ensure that the scan tool has lost communication before proceeding.

  4. Measure the resistance between the low reference circuit of the FRP sensor and battery ground with a DMM.

Does the DMM display a resistance less than the specified value?

10 ohms

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 10

8

Important: Return to this diagnostic procedure, after performing the Fuel System Diagnosis.

Perform the Fuel System Diagnosis procedure. Refer to Fuel System Diagnosis .

Did find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 15

Go to Step 13

9

Test the signal circuit of the FRP sensor for an open or excessive resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems in the J Platform Service Manual.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 15

Go to Step 12

10

Test the low reference circuit of the FRP sensor for excessive resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems in the J Platform Service Manual.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 15

Go to Step 12

11

Test the 5-volt reference circuit of the FRP sensor for excessive resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems in the J Platform Service Manual.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 15

Go to Step 12

12

Inspect for proper terminal contact at the harness connector of the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems in the J Platform Service Manual.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 15

Go to Step 14

13

Replace the fuel rail pressure sensor. Refer to Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Fuel Pressure Sensor Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 15

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14

Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement in the J Platform Service Manual.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 15

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15

  1. Observe the Freeze Frame/Failure Records for this DTC.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition for 30  seconds.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records.

Did the DTC fail this ignition?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 16

16

Observe the Capture Info with a scan tool.

Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

System OK