P0253
Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control A Low
Generic code
Injector Circuit
High severity
Hard repair
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What P0253 means
- The fault code P0253 indicates that there is an issue with the fuel metering control A, which is responsible for regulating the amount of fuel going into the engine. This may cause poor engine performance, rough idling, or stalling.
Possible symptoms
- Illuminated check engine light
- Poor engine performance
- Rough idling or stalling
- Reduced fuel efficiency
Possible causes
- Malfunctioning fuel injector pump
- Corroded or loose electrical connections
- Damaged fuel supply line
- Clogged fuel filter
Related parts
- Fuel Pump: The fuel pump takes fuel from the fuel tank and delivers it to the engine. Problems in this car's fuel pump may lead to engine misfire, poor fuel economy & poor acceleration
Possible solutions
- Replace the fuel injector pump
- Check and repair any damaged or corroded electrical connections
- Replace any damaged fuel supply lines
- Replace the fuel filter
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