P0149 OBD-II: Fuel Timing Error

P0149 Severity

Urgent

Should you fix P0149 yourself?

Identifying an OBD code is just the start of a complete diagnostic routine. Most trouble codes are caused by a sensor reporting a value that is out of range. Just replacing a sensor may not fix underlying issues. Be sure to understand the code, the part or system in your car that the code refers to, and the risks of delaying professional repair.

Proper diagnosis will save you time and money on unnecessary repairs.

Urgent codes indicate immediate action is necessary. These are urgent and significant malfunctions that can cause severe damage to the vehicle or harm the driver and passengers.

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What causes OBD-II fault code P0149?

The engine control module (PCM) uses a Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor to determine the amount of fuel going to the injectors. If the PCM does not see that the commanded pressure is equal to the actual pressure, the PCM will set code P0149.

OBD II Fault Code

OBD II P0149

OBD-II Code Decreased engine performance is defined as a Fuel Timing Error

Decreased engine performance Symptoms

Decreased engine performance
Increased fuel consumption

Common Problems That Trigger the P0149 Code

Air in the fuel system
Fuel pump failure
Injection pump timing is out of adjustment
Leaking fuel lines

Common Repairs Needed for the P0149 Code

Fuel Pump Replacement

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OBD II Fault Code

OBD II P0149

OBD-II Code Decreased engine performance is defined as a Fuel Timing Error

Decreased engine performance Symptoms

Decreased engine performance
Increased fuel consumption

Common Problems That Trigger the P0149 Code

Air in the fuel system
Fuel pump failure
Injection pump timing is out of adjustment
Leaking fuel lines

Common Repairs Needed for the P0149 Code

Fuel Pump Replacement

P0149 OBD-II: Fuel Timing Error

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What causes OBD-II fault code P0149?

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OBD II Fault Code

Decreased engine performance Symptoms

Common Problems That Trigger the P0149 Code

Common Repairs Needed for the P0149 Code

OBD Code Resources

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Decreased engine performance Symptoms

Common Problems That Trigger the P0149 Code

Common Repairs Needed for the P0149 Code