P0251high severityPowertrain
Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control A (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
on 2003 Ford Excursion 7.3L V8 Power Stroke Diesel · 4WD
What this code means
Malfunction in the diesel injection pump fuel metering control.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Rough running
- Excessive smoke
- Poor power
Common causes
- Injection pump failure
- Fuel metering valve stuck
- Wiring issue
- Contaminated fuel
Diagnostic steps
- Test fuel metering valve
- Check wiring
- Inspect injection pump
- Test fuel quality
Repair notes
Service or replace injection pump. Common in diesel engines.
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