P0087high severityPowertrain
Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low
on 2013 Audi A6 3.0L Supercharged V6 · AWD
What this code means
The fuel rail pressure is lower than the PCM commanded value. Common in direct injection and diesel systems.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Loss of power
- Engine stalling
- Long crank times
- Rough idle
Common causes
- Weak fuel pump
- Clogged fuel filter
- Fuel pressure regulator failure
- Fuel line leak
- Faulty high-pressure fuel pump
Diagnostic steps
- Check fuel pressure with gauge
- Inspect fuel filter
- Test fuel pump volume
- Check for fuel leaks
- Test fuel pressure regulator
Repair notes
Replace fuel pump, filter, or pressure regulator as needed.
Other Powertrain codes on this vehicle
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1