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Fault Code 125

Intake Manifold 1 Pressure - Data Valid But Below Normal Operating Range - Moderately
Severe Level

CODES REASON EFFECT

Fault Code: 125 Intake manifold pressure is below Possible reduced engine performance.
PID(P), SID(S): P102 the minimum operating limit.
SPN: 102
FMI: 1/18
Lamp: Amber
SRT:

Intake Manifold Pressure/Temperature Sensor Circuit

Circuit Description:
The engine control module (ECM) provides a 5 volt supply to the intake manifold pressure sensor on the sensor
supply circuit. The ECM also provides a ground on the sensor return circuit. The intake manifold pressure sensor
provides a signal to the ECM on the intake manifold pressure sensor signal circuit. This sensor signal voltage changes
based on the pressure in the intake manifold.

Component Location:
The intake manifold 1 pressure/temperature sensor is located in the air intake manifold.

Conditions for Running the Diagnostics:

This diagnostic runs continuously when the engine is running.

Conditions for Setting the Fault Codes:

The Engine Control Module (ECM) detected the intake manifold pressure reading was below the expected level for the
engine operating conditions.

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Action Taken When the Fault Code is Active:
• The ECM illuminates the amber CHECK ENGINE lamp and/or the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) immediately
when the diagnostic runs and fails.
Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve operation will be disabled.
Engine torque will be reduced if the engine is operated for an extended period of time with this fault active.

Conditions for Clearing the Fault Code:

• To validate the repair using a Diagnostic Road Test, utilize a route that incorporates both stop and go city type
driving and steady state highway type driving. It may be necessary to load the unit for certain diagnostics in the
ECM to run.
• To validate the repair using a Chassis Dynamometer, utilize a routine that incorporates acceleration and motoring
events, steady state highway type operation, and load. This will simulate normal driving and allow the diagnostics in
the ECM to run.
• The fault code status displayed by the recommended Cummins electronic service tool or equivalent will change to
INACTIVE immediately after the diagnostic runs and passes.
• The ECM will turn off the amber CHECK ENGINE lamp immediately after the diagnostic runs and passes.
• For On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) engines, the ECM will turn off the MIL after three consecutive trips where the
diagnostic runs and passes.
• The “Reset All Faults” command in the recommended Cummins electronic service tool or equivalent can be used to
clear active and inactive faults, as well as extinguish the MIL for OBD applications.

Shop Talk:
The intake manifold 1 pressure sensor monitors pressure in the intake manifold. This fault is set active when the
intake manifold pressure is too low for the present engine operating conditions. The ECM commands a charge flow
command and the VGT and EGR valve move to meet this command. If the engine is unable to achieve the desired
oxygen level necessary for complete combustion, this fault code is logged.
Possible causes of this fault code include:
Leaks in the air intake system between the turbocharger and intake manifold
A damaged intake manifold pressure sensor
A damaged barometric pressure sensor
Restriction in the charge-air cooler
Leaks or restrictions in the EGR system plumbing
Fuel inlet restriction too high (normally caused by a restricted fuel filter).
Restriction in the air filter

Refer to Troubleshooting Fault Code 125.

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© 2008 Cummins Inc., Box 3005, Columbus, IN 47202-3005 U.S.A. Printed from QuickServe® Online.
All Rights Reserved. Last Modified: 25-May-2019