P0088-FUEL RAIL PRESSURE TOO HIGH





For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Section 8W



Possible Causes
AIR IN FUEL SYSTEM
FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM
FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR
FUEL INJECTOR(S)
FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID
FUEL PUMP
FUEL SYSTEM CONTAMINATION
FUEL SYSTEM LEAK
INTERMITTENT DTC


Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)



Diagnostic Test

1. CHECKING FOR OTHER ECM DTCS

WARNING: HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL LINES DELIVER DIESEL FUEL UNDER EXTREME PRESSURE FROM THE INJECTION PUMP TO THE FUEL INJECTORS. THIS MAY BE AS HIGH AS 23,200 PSI (1600 BAR). USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN INSPECTING FOR HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL LEAKS.


WARNING: FUEL UNDER THIS AMOUNT OF PRESSURE CAN PENETRATE SKIN CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. INSPECT FOR HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL LEAKS WITH A SHEET OF CARDBOARD. WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES AND ADEQUATE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING WHEN SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM.


Turn the ignition on.
With the scan tool, read the ECM DTCs.

Are there any other DTCs present?

Yes


No

2. CURRENT DTC

NOTE: Refer to the Service Information and perform the Air Bleed Procedure before continuing diagnosis.


Turn the ignition on.
With the scan tool, erase the ECM DTCs.

NOTE: Driving the vehicle up and down steep hills or rapid cornering with a low fuel level can cause this DTC to set. Verify with customer if Low Fuel Light was illuminated when fault occurred.


Test drive the vehicle under various load and speed conditions to attempt to duplicate the fault.
With the scan tool, read the ECM DTCs.

Does the scan tool display this DTC?

Yes


No

3. FUEL SYSTEM LEAK

Turn the ignition off.

WARNING: HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL LINES DELIVER DIESEL FUEL UNDER EXTREME PRESSURE FROM THE INJECTION PUMP TO THE FUEL INJECTORS. THIS MAY BE AS HIGH AS 23,200 PSI (1600 BAR). USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN INSPECTING FOR HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL LEAKS.


WARNING: FUEL UNDER THIS AMOUNT OF PRESSURE CAN PENETRATE SKIN CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. INSPECT FOR HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL LEAKS WITH A SHEET OF CARDBOARD. WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES AND ADEQUATE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING WHEN SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM.


Inspect the entire fuel system for leakage.

Is there any evidence of leakage?

Yes


No

4. FUEL SYSTEM CONTAMINATION

NOTE: Mixing any other fuels such as gasoline or kerosine can cause this DTC to set.


WARNING: HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL LINES DELIVER DIESEL FUEL UNDER EXTREME PRESSURE FROM THE INJECTION PUMP TO THE FUEL INJECTORS. THIS MAY BE AS HIGH AS 23,200 PSI (1600 BAR). USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN INSPECTING FOR HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL LEAKS.


WARNING: FUEL UNDER THIS AMOUNT OF PRESSURE CAN PENETRATE SKIN CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. INSPECT FOR HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL LEAKS WITH A SHEET OF CARDBOARD. WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES AND ADEQUATE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING WHEN SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM.


Inspect the fuel system for contamination.

Is the fuel contaminated?

Yes


No

5. FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR CALIBRATION

Turn the ignition on.
With the scan tool, read the Fuel Pressure Sensor volts.

Does the scan tool display between 0.45 and 0.60 volts for the Fuel Pressure Sensor?

Yes


No

6. ATTEMPT TO START ENGINE

With the scan tool, erase the ECM DTCs.
Attempt to start the engine.

Does the engine start and idle?

Yes


No

7. CHECKING FOR AIR IN FUEL SYSTEM

With the scan tool in Sensors, compare the Fuel Pressure Setpoint with the Actual Fuel Pressure readings.

NOTE: If there is air in the fuel system, the Actual Fuel Pressure will oscillate more than 100 psi above and/or below the Fuel Pressure Setpoint.



Does Actual Fuel Pressure oscillate more than 100 psi above and/or below the Fuel Pressure Setpoint?

Yes


No

8. FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID

With the scan tool, compare the Fuel Pressure Setpoint with the Actual Fuel Pressure.

NOTE: A sticking Fuel Pressure Solenoid is indicated by the Actual Fuel Pressure gradually dropping below the Fuel Pressure Setpoint then suddenly increasing (spiking) above the Fuel Pressure Setpoint.



Does the Actual Fuel Pressure gradually decrease then suddenly increase (spike) above the Fuel Pressure Setpoint?

Yes


No

9. CHECKING FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM

Refer to the appropriate Service Information and refer to Diagnosis and Testing Fuel Delivery System table.

NOTE: The following is a list of problems that can cause fuel pressure to deviate from specification: restricted fuel filter or fuel lines, failed fuel pressure solenoid, air in fuel system, failed fuel sending unit, contaminated fuel, faulty injector.



Were there any problems with the Fuel Delivery System?

Yes


No

10. FUEL INJECTOR(S)

NOTE: An injector that sticks open can cause this DTC. A sticking injector will cause the engine to misfire and emit excessive black smoke from the exhaust system.



Does the engine exhibit the symptoms described in the above note?

Yes


No

11. FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID

Turn the ignition off.
Replace the Fuel Pressure Solenoid in accordance with the Service Information.
Turn the ignition on.
With the scan tool, erase the ECM DTCs.
Attempt to start and test drive the vehicle.
With the scan tool, read the ECM DTCs.

Does the ECM display this DTC?

Yes


No

12. CHECKING FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM

Refer to the appropriate Service Information and refer to Diagnosis and Testing Fuel Delivery System table.

NOTE: The following is a list of problems that can cause fuel pressure to deviate from specification: restricted fuel filter or fuel lines, failed fuel pressure solenoid, air in fuel system, failed fuel sending unit, contaminated fuel, faulty injector.



Were there any problems with the Fuel Delivery System?

Yes


No

13. FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID

Turn the ignition off.
Replace the Fuel Pressure Solenoid in accordance with the Service Information.
Turn the ignition on.
With the scan tool, erase the ECM DTCs.
Attempt to start and test drive the vehicle.
With the scan tool, read the ECM DTCs.

Does the ECM display this DTC?

Yes


No

14. FUEL QUANTITY SOLENOID

Turn the ignition off.
Replace the Fuel Quantity Solenoid in accordance with the Service Information.
Turn the ignition on.
With the scan tool, erase the ECM DTCs.
Attempt to start and test drive the vehicle.
With the scan tool, read the ECM DTCs.

Did this DTC set again?

Yes


No