OBD Guide

P1218

Injection Pump Calibration Circuit

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–222 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine operation
  • Difficulty starting the engine
  • Check Engine Light Is On

Causes

  • Fuel injection pump malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in calibration circuit
  • Problems with fuel injection pump-related sensors
  • ECU malfunction
  • Fuel system contamination

How to Fix

  1. Check the fuel injection pump calibration circuit for opens and shorts
  2. Diagnose the condition of the injection pump
  3. Check the sensors associated with the injection pump
  4. Clean the fuel system if necessary
  5. Replace the injection pump if a malfunction is detected

Related codes

Error P1218 by Vehicle Brand