P0260
Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B Intermittent
Generic code
Injector Circuit
High severity
Hard repair
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What P0260 means
- The fault code P0257 indicates that there is an issue with the fuel metering control circuitry of the injection pump, specifically for control 'B', which may result in reduced engine performance or even engine stalling.
Possible symptoms
- Poor engine performance
- Engine stalling
- Illuminated check engine light
- Difficulty starting the engine
Possible causes
- Defective injection pump fuel metering control valve
- Damaged wiring or connections in the fuel metering control circuit
- Failed engine control module
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 injection pump fuel metering control valve
- Check and repair any damaged wiring or connections
- Replace the engine control module (ECM) if necessary
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