Detroit DD15 GHG14 (2014-16) Fault Code: SPN 164 FMI 15 (MCM) Rail Pressure Deviation Greater Than 200 Bar While Under Load

DESCRIPTION:
Fuel rail pressure deviation under load.

MONITORED PARAMETER:
Fuel rail pressure sensor.

TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS:
Code sets when rail pressure deviation is greater than 200 bar, while under a load.

MONITOR SEQUENCE:
None

EXECUTION FREQUENCY:
Always enabled

TYPICAL DURATION:
Two seconds

DASH LAMPS:
1. MIL
2. CEL

ENGINE REACTION:
Derate 25%

VERIFICATION:
Engine Idle: One minute.

NOTE: The ECM monitors the rail pressure and when it changes more than 200 bar for 8 seconds the code is set.

PROBABLE CAUSES:
1. External fuel leakage between the high pressure pump and fuel injectors.
2. Pressure limiting valve leakage (internal).
3. Fuel filter integrity (loose caps, plugged filters).
4. Fuel supply issue (fuel level, fuel aeration, leaking fuel lines, fuel restrictions).
5. Intermittent loss of engine speed signal.
6. High pressure pump internal failure.
7. Fuel injector leakage.
8. Fuel contaminated (oil, gas, etc…).
9. Rail pressure sensor or connector/harness.
10. Engine ECM failure.