PowertrainP0259

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)

26 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Oxygen sensor: measures oxygen in the exhaust gas · Mass air flow sensor: measures the air going into the engine · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

This code is in the powertrain range that covers fuel and air metering, over-temperature, overspeed and transmission over-temperature conditions.

2Common causes

Dirty or faulty mass air flow sensor
Vacuum or intake air leak
Weak fuel pump or clogged fuel filter
Faulty fuel injector
Faulty oxygen sensor
Wiring or connector fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Do not assume this code is safe to ignore: some codes in this range affect engine safety systems. Have it diagnosed; if the engine is overheating, a red warning light is on, or the engine loses power or cuts out, stop safely and get professional help.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 26

Brand	Code	Description	System
Ashok Leyland CV	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High (Cam/Rotor/Injector) SAE	Powertrain
BAIC Motor	P0259	High-voltage battery voltage too high Brand	Powertrain
BMW	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High Brand	Powertrain
BYD	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High Brand	Powertrain
Chery	P0259	Injection Pump B Rotor Cam: High Brand	Powertrain
Daewoo	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High Brand	Powertrain
DFFS	P0259	Flow control valve negative control circuit short to power Brand	Powertrain
DFFX	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High Brand	Powertrain
DFXK	P0259	Injection Pump B Rotor Cam: High Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P0259	Injectiepomp brandstofdoseerregeling 'B' hoog Brand	Powertrain
Geely	P0259	Injection Pump B Rotor Cam: High Brand	Powertrain
GM	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High Brand	Powertrain
Great Wall	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High Brand	Powertrain
Hafei	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High Brand	Powertrain
Holden	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High (Cam/Rotor/Injector) SAE	Powertrain
Honda	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High (Cam/Rotor/Injector) SAE	Powertrain
Hyundai	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High (Cam/Rotor/Injector) SAE	Powertrain
Isuzu	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High (Cam/Rotor/Injector) SAE	Powertrain
Land Rover	P0259	Injection pump fuel metering control B - high Brand	Powertrain
Opel	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High Brand	Powertrain
Peugeot	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High (Cam/Rotor/Injector) SAE	Powertrain
Saab	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High Brand	Powertrain
MG (SAIC)	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High Brand	Powertrain
Tata	P0259	Injection Lump Fuel Metering Control B High Brand	Powertrain
Toyota	P0259	Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control B High (Cam/Rotor/Injector) Brand	Powertrain
Volkswagen	P0259	Injection Pump B Rotor Cam: High Brand	Powertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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