U0162 Lotec C1000 Diagnostic Trouble Code

U0162 Lotec C1000 code definition:
U0162 is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic U-Network Diagnostic Trouble Code for Lotec C1000.

U0162 Lotec C1000 is described as Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction. This code is strictly about the incoming signal from the FRP (fuel rail pressure) sensor falling below the calibrated limit for a certain period of time. This is because the barometric pressure sensor is part of the MAF sensor. Sometimes, the MAF's sensing wire can accumulate and get covered with dirt, dust and/or oil residue, which can also lead to the error code.

Symptoms

Symptoms of a U0162 Lotec C1000 diagnostic trouble code may include:
Place of U0162 in engine

Possible Causes :

  • An air leak forward of the DPF will change the sensor readings resulting in the code
  • Rusty exhaust systems, cracked exhaust manifolds or damaged or missing gaskets or donuts will cause air leaks.
  • Fuel with a large percentage of sulfur will clog the DPF quickly

Common Misdiagnoses

  1. TP Sensor Learn Not Complete Problem
  2. Low Coolant Circuit Problem
  3. Cruise Control System - Vehicle Accel Too High Problem
  4. TFP Valve Position Switch-Drive Without Drive Ratio Problem
  5. Problem

Repair Processes :

It should be pretty close to battery voltage (12 volts). If not, then this is the circuit that has the problem. With the valve disconnected, the red voltmeter lead should be attached to the IMRC valve power wire and the black voltmeter lead connected to ground.

Process Tips

Diagnostic trouble code U0162 Lotec C1000 is not difficult to diagnose and repair. Thus, it always pays to have a qualified technician to look after your vehicle should this error code arise.

Diagnosing this code requires the engine to be in good running shape, without unmetered air entering the engine. If other codes that relates to misfiring condition, lean running or air entering the engine is present, then you must first fix those error codes before U0162 Lotec C1000.

Fortunately, U0162 Lotec C1000 is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.

Diagnostic Trouble Code look-up and check engine light code viewer.

About Us | Contact | Privacy

Copyright 2024 - https://DiagnosticTrouble.com

Small Logo