What Causes Low Fuel Rail Pressure in a Car?

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Reasons for low fuel rail pressure in a car: 1. Clogged fuel lines or excessive water in the fuel; 2. All cylinder injectors are connected to a common fuel rail, which maintains constant pressure. If damaged, it can lead to low fuel rail pressure; 3. Clogged or damaged fuel injectors. Solutions for low fuel rail pressure: 1. Check the pressure in the high-pressure common rail. If the pressure is abnormal, inspect the components affecting the pressure. After repair, test drive and clear the fault codes; 2. If the output pressure is too high and a replacement has already been made, the issue may not be with the pressure sensor. Consider whether the sensor's supply voltage is too high; 3. For direct-injection engines, the problem could be due to a faulty fuel pump or high-pressure pump pressure sensor. It is recommended to visit a repair shop to read the engine control system fault codes with a diagnostic tool and analyze the specific fault point based on the codes.