P1250moderate severityPowertrain
PRC Solenoid Circuit Malfunction
on 2001 Lincoln Continental 4.6L V8 DOHC · FWD
What this code means
The Pressure Regulator Control solenoid circuit has a malfunction. This solenoid controls fuel pressure in the returnless fuel system used on many Ford vehicles.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- High or low fuel pressure
- Rich or lean running
- Poor performance
Common causes
- Faulty PRC solenoid
- Wiring issue
- Corroded connector
- PCM driver failure
Diagnostic steps
- Test PRC solenoid resistance
- Inspect wiring and connector
- Command solenoid with scan tool
- Check fuel pressure
Repair notes
Replace PRC solenoid if faulty. Repair wiring.
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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
Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0013
Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0014
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
P0015
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1