P240E

Alternative Fuel High Pressure System Leak

Severity

🔴 High

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

Gas smell in or around the car
Reduced engine power
Increased fuel consumption
Check Engine Light Is On
Unstable engine idling

Causes

Damaged or worn seals and gaskets
Cracks in high pressure pipelines
Incorrectly tightened connections
Defective system components (reducer, valves)
Corrosion of metal parts of the system

How to Fix

Visually inspect the system for obvious leaks
Checking the tightness of the system using a leak detector
Replacing damaged seals and gaskets
Repair or replacement of damaged pipelines
Checking and tightening all system connections

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