P0005high severityPowertrain
Fuel Shutoff Valve A Control Circuit/Open
on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12 BiTurbo M275 · RWD
What this code means
The computer detected an open circuit in the fuel shutoff valve control, which stops fuel flow on diesel engines. This can prevent the engine from shutting down properly or affect fuel delivery.
Symptoms
- Engine won't shut off
- Hard starting
- Check engine light on
Common causes
- Faulty fuel shutoff valve
- Open wiring or bad connector
- Corroded connector pins
- Failed control module driver
Diagnostic steps
- Scan for related fuel codes
- Inspect valve connector and wiring
- Test valve resistance and continuity
- Check control circuit voltage from module
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