OBD Guide

P1185

Fuel Pressure Monitoring-Maximum Pressure Exceeded

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 pipe
  • Check Engine Light Is On

Causes

  • Fuel pressure regulator malfunction
  • Clogged fuel line
  • Problems with the fuel pump
  • Fuel pressure sensor malfunction
  • Short circuit in the fuel pump control circuit

How to Fix

  1. Check fuel pressure using a pressure gauge
  2. Inspect the fuel line for blockages
  3. Check the operation of the fuel pressure regulator
  4. Test the fuel pump
  5. Check the fuel pressure sensor and its circuit

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