OBD Guide

P2A1A

Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control E (Cam/Rotor/Injector)

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$167–556 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine idling
  • Loss of power during acceleration
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Difficulty starting the engine
  • Dips when pressing the gas pedal

Causes

  • Worn chamber, rotor or pump injector
  • Fuel system contamination
  • Malfunction of the pump rotor position sensor
  • Problems with wiring or contacts
  • Low pressure in the fuel system

How to Fix

  1. Check the pressure in the fuel system
  2. Inspect the condition of the high pressure fuel pump
  3. Check the pump rotor position sensor
  4. Clean or replace fuel filters
  5. If necessary, replace the fuel pump

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