P1188high severityPowertrain
Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit
on 2013 BMW M3 E90 4.0L V8 S65 · RWD
What this code means
The DME detected a malfunction in the fuel rail pressure sensor circuit. The sensor signal is outside the expected voltage range, preventing accurate fuel pressure monitoring. This affects both direct injection and common rail diesel systems.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Engine may not start
- Reduced power mode
- Rough idle
- Engine stalling
Common causes
- Faulty fuel rail pressure sensor
- Damaged wiring to fuel rail sensor
- Corroded sensor connector
- DME internal fault
- Sensor reference voltage issue
Diagnostic steps
- Test sensor supply voltage (should be 5V reference)
- Check sensor signal voltage range
- Inspect wiring and connector for damage
- Test sensor resistance
- Swap sensor if available to confirm
Repair notes
Replace fuel rail pressure sensor after confirming wiring and connector integrity.
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P0002
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P0003
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P0004
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P0011
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P0012
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P0013
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P0014
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P0015
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