OBD-II reference

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

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Powertrain generic / SAE

P233E

Fuel Pressure Regulator B Solenoid Supply Voltage Control Circuit Low

The supply line that powers the solenoid of fuel pressure regulator B is below the expected voltage with the regulator commanded active - typically a high-resistance feed, partial short to ground or weak relay contact.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number3 / 3E

Possible causes

  • Supply feed has high contact resistance high
  • Partial short to ground on supply line medium
  • Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low

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: 80–350 €
  • Estimated time: 0.6–1.5 h
  • Component: fuel pressure regulator b
  • Component: regulator b supply relay
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant

Sources

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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