P1012 – Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High (Ford)

Description

P1012 Ford indicates the fuel volume regulator control circuit is reading higher than expected. This can cause rich running or unstable fuel pressure.

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Symptoms

  • Rough idle
  • High fuel consumption
  • Black smoke

Causes

  • Short to power
  • Faulty regulator
  • PCM driver fault

Diagnosis

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

Repair

  • Repair wiring
  • Replace regulator
  • PCM repair if needed