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P0230

Fuel Pump Primary Circuit Malfunction

2000-2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 2.4L I4 🇩🇪

High SeverityPowertrain

Description

Malfunction in the fuel pump primary (relay/power supply) circuit.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • No start condition
  • Engine stalling
  • Intermittent power loss

Common Causes

  • Faulty fuel pump relay
  • Wiring damage
  • Fuel pump failure
  • Blown fuse
  • Inertia switch tripped

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Check fuel pump fuse
  2. Test fuel pump relay
  3. Listen for fuel pump prime
  4. Test voltage at fuel pump connector
  5. Check inertia switch (Ford)

Repair Notes

Check fuse and relay first. Replace fuel pump if no voltage issue found.

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Common Questions

What does code P0230 mean on a 2000-2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

P0230 stands for "Fuel Pump Primary Circuit Malfunction". Malfunction in the fuel pump primary (relay/power supply) circuit.

What are the symptoms of P0230 on a Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Common symptoms of P0230 include: Check Engine Light, No start condition, Engine stalling, Intermittent power loss.

What causes P0230 on a 2000-2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Common causes of P0230 include: Faulty fuel pump relay, Wiring damage, Fuel pump failure, Blown fuse, Inertia switch tripped.

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