OBD-II reference

All 9.533 generic OBD-II codes, explained in detail.

Causes, inspection steps and sources — a comprehensive DIY archive. Created and maintained with love for the detail. Good luck and have fun!

Powertrain generic / SAE

P0230

Fuel Pump Primary Circuit Malfunction

An electrical fault in the fuel pump primary control circuit (relay or driver). The ECU detects an open, short, or out-of-range condition on the relay/driver output.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number2 / 30

Possible causes

  • Fuel pump relay failed high
  • Wiring or connector fault medium

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Hard start, no start, or stalling under load
  • Power loss especially at high load or rpm
  • Possible long cranking time

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: medium
  • DIY: possible
  • Estimated cost: 50–600 €
  • Estimated time: 0.5–3 h
  • Component: fuel pump relay
  • Component: fuel pump
  • Component: fuel pump wiring
  • MIL / check engine light

Sources

References

How to read OBD-II codes

The first letter names the vehicle system, the second digit distinguishes generic from manufacturer-specific, the remaining digits group fault area and number.

PPowertrain: engine, transmission, emissions
BBody: chassis trim, comfort, interior
CChassis: suspension, brakes, steering
UNetwork: CAN, control modules, communication