ISB/ISBe Series Engines – FAULT CODE 271

Electronic Fuel Control Actuator Circuit – Short Circuit


Overview

CODE REASON EFFECT
Fault Code: 271
PID: S151
SPN: 1347
FMI: 4
LAMP: Yellow
SRT: 

Electronic Fuel Control Actuator Circuit – Short Circuit. Short circuit detected on the electronic fuel control actuator circuit.

The engine has low power, dies, or will not start.

Electronic Fuel Control Actuator Circuit
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Circuit Description

The electronic fuel control actuator controls how much fuel is delivered to the high-pressure pump. The electronic control module (ECM) supplies an electronic current to the fuel control actuator. The electronic fuel control actuator is normally open and is only closed when current is supplied.

Component Location

The electronic fuel control actuator is located on the intake side of the engine. The actuator is attached to the high-pressure pump, which is mounted on the rear gear housing.

Shop Talk

A short circuit of the electronic fuel control actuator can cause low power at rated conditions.

Refer to Troubleshooting Fault Code t05-271.

Last Modified:  10-Feb-2011