Hi, I have a 2007 Dodge Sprinter & am getting an alert code P2015. It's apparently a

Hi, I have a 2007 Dodge Sprinter & am getting an alert code P2015. It's apparently a

Code Description P2015 Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Signal Too Low - With Automatic Transmission Printer Friendly P2015 Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Signal Too Low - With Automatic Transmission Possible Causes Setting Conditions

Check for air in the Fuel system
Check the fuel pressure
Check for leaks in the Fuel Supply system components
Fuel pressure solenoid has failed
Fuel quantity solenoid has failed
Fuel pump has failed
Fuel supply is contaminated

Engine running; and the ECM determined that the fuel rail pressure was too low for a given engine speed and load.

This code sets in 1 Trip(s).
This code will turn on the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) Malfunction Indicator Lamp The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) alerts the driver that the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has detected an OBD II emission-related component or system fault. When this type of malfunction occurs, an OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set by the PCM. The MIL is located on the instrument cluster and is labeled CHECK ENGINE, SERVICE ENGINE SOON, or is identified with an ISO standard engine symbol (i.e., a picture of an engine).
Bulb Test
Each time the ignition switch is turned to the "on" position, the MIL indicator is illuminated for about 3 seconds (which is a function of the PCM).
MIL Lamp-On Message
Each time the PCM detects an Emissions related fault, the MIL is illuminated to inform the driver that the vehicle needs to be taken in for service.
COMPONENT MONITOR DRIVE CYCLE INSTRUCTIONS

Do not turn off the ignition switch during the test procedure.
All Onboard System Readiness codes are cleared if the battery is disconnected or when the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) is cleared with the scan tool.
This drive cycle can be used to determine if the Readiness code for this Monitor will run and complete, and if the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will remain off after the vehicle is driven.
Operating Ranges: Whenever a range of values is provided, try to operate the vehicle in the middle of the range. For example, if the vehicle speed range is from 45-65 mph, operate the vehicle at as close as possible to 55 mph. If the Short Term fuel trim range is -20% to +20%; try to operate the vehicle near 0%.
Scan Tool Data: There are certain Parameter Identification (PID) values that must be within range before this Monitor will "run". It can be helpful to pull up those PID items on the scan tool so an assistant can view them during the test.
The Readiness code for this Monitor defaults to "continuous" or "monitoring" because this Monitor runs continuously when the engine is cranking or running.
This information is a representation of a Drive Cycle, and may vary due to software revisions to the PCM.

COMPONENT MONITOR PRETEST CONDITIONS

MIL is off.
Battery voltage between 11-16v.
Key on or engine running at idle or cruise speed.

TEST PROCEDURE

Connect the scan tool to the data link connector (DLC).
Start the engine and allow it to run at idle speed for 1-2 minutes.
Accelerate at part-throttle to Cruise speed and maintain that speed for several minutes. Bring the vehicle to a stop, but do not turn off the ignition key.
Check for any diagnostic trouble codes (DTC's) in memory. If any DTC's are set, refer to the appropriate trouble code chart to make the repair. If no DTC's are set, the test is finished. Return to the service bay and turn off the ignition key.

Re: Hi, I have a 2007 Dodge Sprinter & am getting an alert code P2015. It's apparentl

2008 Dodge Sprinter 2500, turbo 6, 112,000 miles

P2015 usually means stuck swirl valves, not fuel rail pressure. This is a common problem on Sprinters that sit for days or weeks between driving.

Fixed stuck swirl valves by injecting 90%diesel/10%Sea Foam Detergent into turbo intake, while driving. Inject through a squirt bottle (on dash board), fuel hose run through the firewall, and needle valve (normally for inflating basketballs) into black air intake hose just before the turbo. Punch a small hole with a nail and push in the needle, then secure it permanently. Squirt about one table spoon every five miles while driving for six weeks.

In the mean time, manually un-jam the swirl valve's by grabbing the linkage with a long metal hook, gently rocking free. Use a common wood paint stirring stick to lever push the linkage also. You'll need a bright flashlight to see. Manually exercise the valves full through, then insert key and start engine. (You may have to warm the engine first to loosen the sludge in the intake manifolds before the manual unjamming.) Van will run in normal mode (not limp mode) and after a few days, the check engine light will shut off. YOU WILL HAVE TO MANUALLY UN-JAM THE SWIRL VALVES A FEW TIMES BEFORE THE DIESEL/SEA FOAM SOLUTION BEGINS TO WORK. Then it is just an occasional squirt every 100 -300 miles or so the rest of the life of the van. THERE IS NO NEED TO REPLACE YOUR INTAKE MANIFOLDS. Dodge diesel mechanic says this will not do any damage to your Sprinter. It worked on my Sprinter.

Todd from Wisconsin, USA