OBD Guide

P1181

Fuel Delivery System Malfunction High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine operation
  • Power Loss
  • Smell of gasoline from the exhaust system
  • Check Engine Light Is On

Causes

  • Fuel pump malfunction
  • Problems with the fuel pressure regulator
  • Fuel filter clogged
  • Fuel pressure sensor malfunction
  • Damage to fuel lines

How to Fix

  1. Check the pressure in the fuel system with a pressure gauge
  2. Inspect fuel lines for damage
  3. Replace the fuel filter if necessary
  4. Check the operation of the fuel pressure regulator
  5. Test the fuel pump

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