P1237high severityPowertrain
Fuel Pump Secondary Circuit Malfunction
on 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0L V6 · FWD
What this code means
The fuel pump secondary circuit has a malfunction. The PCM has detected an issue with the return signal from the FPDM indicating the fuel pump is not operating as commanded.
Symptoms
- Engine cranks but will not start
- Engine stalls
- Intermittent no-start
- Loss of power
Common causes
- Faulty FPDM
- Corroded fuel pump connector
- Failed fuel pump
- Wiring damage
- Blown fuel pump relay
Diagnostic steps
- Check fuel pump relay
- Inspect FPDM and wiring
- Test fuel pump directly with power
- Check fuel pressure at rail
Repair notes
Replace FPDM or fuel pump as needed. Repair corroded wiring.
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