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P23CA Powertrain

Fuel Rail Heater Control Circuit Open

The fuel rail heater - on common-rail diesels for cold-start - has an open control circuit. The rail cannot be heated, slowing cold-start fuel atomisation.

Affected components

  • Fuel rail heater

Common causes

  • High likelihood: Open in heater or wiring
  • Low likelihood: Pin pushed back out of connector body
  • Low likelihood: Cracked solder joint inside the module or sensor

Diagnostic notes

  • The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate
  • This code can affect emissions

Sources

Diagnostic information is provided for reference only. Confirm the code with a compatible scan tool and follow the vehicle manufacturer's service procedures before replacing components.

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