P1017 – Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit High (Ford)

Description

P1017 Ford indicates the fuel rail pressure sensor signal is higher than expected. This can cause rich running or unstable pressure.

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Symptoms

  • Rough idle
  • High fuel consumption
  • Black smoke

Causes

  • Short to power
  • Faulty FRP sensor
  • PCM driver fault

Diagnosis

  • Check wiring for shorts
  • Test sensor resistance
  • Scan fuel trims

Repair

  • Repair wiring
  • Replace sensor
  • PCM repair if needed

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