P1287 – Fuel Rail Pressure Relief Valve Stuck Open
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Symptoms
- Hard starting
- Loss of power
- Hesitation
- Fuel smell
- Check engine light
Causes
- Valve spring failure
- Contamination
- Improper installation
- Overpressure damage
- Fuel quality issues
Diagnosis
- Measure fuel pressure
- Inspect for leaks
- Check valve operation
- Inspect for contamination
- Scan live data
Repair
- Replace relief valve
- Clean fuel rail
- Replace damaged components
- Use quality fuel
- Clear codes and retest