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2002 MERCEDES-BENZ SL

3.0L I6RWDAUTOMATICgas
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P0002moderate severityPowertrain

Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance

on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.0L I6 · RWD

What this code means

The fuel volume regulator is not operating within expected parameters. The PCM monitors fuel pressure and compares it to the commanded value.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Engine surge
  • Unstable idle
  • Reduced power

Common causes

  • Fuel volume regulator sticking
  • Low fuel pressure
  • Contaminated fuel
  • Wiring issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Monitor fuel pressure with scan tool
  2. Compare commanded vs actual pressure
  3. Inspect regulator for debris
  4. Check wiring harness

Repair notes

Clean or replace fuel volume regulator.

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