What is P0216 fault code and what does it mean? What is Fuel Injection Timing Control Circuit Malfunction? How do you fix P0216 fault code What are the causes and symptoms of the P0216 error code?
What is the P0216 Fault code? What does it signify?
A P0216 code will be issued if the powertrain controller module (PCM), detects a problem in the fuel injection timing circuit.
The PCM analyzes data from the crankshaft sensor position sensor and camshaft position sensor in order to adjust fuel quantity, trim, and timing. An error in timing of the diesel fuel injection pump could cause a P0216 message. Either the timing of the injection pump needs to be adjusted or the pump may be defective. If the voltage signal from your injection timing circuit exceeds manufacturer’s preset parameters, then the P0216 fault codes is set. This code means that an electrical fault in the fuel injection timing control systems’ electrical circuit has been identified. The injection pump may fail if there is a prolonged fuel supply problem.
The P0216 fault code can affect vehicles from many manufacturers, including Ford, Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche.
What is the P0216 Fault Code?
The following are possible triggers for the P0216 fault code:
- – Defective fuel injection pump
- – Defective camshaft position sensor
- – Defective crankshaft position sensor
- – Connectors and wires damaged in connection with the fuel injection control circuit
- – Clogged diesel fuel filter
- – Blockage of the fuel tank
- – Air in the fuel tanks
- – Defective PCM
What are the symptoms of P0216 Malfunction Code?
You may experience the following symptoms if your vehicle has the code P0216:
- – Illumination for check engine light
- – Insufficient power in the engine
- – Engine hesitation during acceleration
- It cranks but may not start hard or start.
- – The engine can start, but could then stop.
- – RPM fluctuations at the idle
- – The vehicle must not exceed 50 km/h
- Sometimes, there might not be any symptoms.
How to Fix the P0216 Fault Code
This code could be accompanied with crankshaft and camshaft position sensor related fault codes. You must first correct any other codes associated with P0216. Other codes could be responsible for setting up P0216.
- – Modifying the timing of the fuel injection pump
- – Replacing your fuel injection pump
- – Replacing your camshaft position sensor
- – Replacing crankshaft position sensor
- – Repair or replacement wiring for the fuel injection timing circuit
- – Removing the clogged diesel fuel tank filter
- – Removal of fuel tank restrictions
- – Replacing a powertrain control panel
How Serious Is the P0216 Fault Code
The severity of the P0216 code fault code will vary depending on what symptoms are present. If there are no signs or symptoms that indicate a serious problem, the driver may delay repair until the issue is resolved. If the vehicle does not show any signs of trouble, it should be immediately diagnosed and repaired.
