DD15 Troubleshooting – Section 51.1 SPN 615/FMI 14

Section 51.1
SPN 615/FMI 14

The fault condition is typically related to an internal or external leakage of the high pressure fuel system. The MCM monitors the rail pressure and when a leakage rate is greater than 150 l/h, the MCM sets the code. There is no fault reaction (limp home mode) associated to this code. This fault can occur due to the following conditions:‪

  • External fuel leakage between the high pressure pump and injectors
  • High pressure pump (pumping elements)
  • Injector (amplifier or needle) leakage
  • Pressure limiting valve leakage (internal)

Check as follows:‪

  1. Check for multiple codes.
    1. If additional fault codes are present with 615/14, service the additional fault codes first.
    2. If only 615/14 is present go to the next step.
  2. Turn the ignition OFF.
  3. Inspect the following fuel system components for external leakage: high pressure pump, lines to fuel rail, fuel rail, pressure limiting valve (PLV), and fuel lines from rail to injector.
    1. If leakage was found, repair as necessary. Refer to "51.1.1 Verify Repairs" .
    2. If no leakage was found, go to next step.
  4. Perform the Rail Pressure Bleed Off (RPBO) Test using DDDL 7.0. Refer to "16.9 Rail Pressure Bleed Off" , “Rail Pressure Bleed Off.”
    1. If the RPBO test failed; go to next step.
    2. If the RPBO test passed, no problem found.
  5. Perform pressure limiting valve (PLV) leakage test. Refer to "16.10 Pressure Limiting Valve Leakage" , “Pressure Limiting Valve Leakage.”
    1. If the pressure limiting valve (PLV) test passed; go to next step.
    2. If the pressure limiting valve (PLV) test failed; replace pressure limiting valve. Refer to "51.1.1 Verify Repairs"
  6. Perform amplifier/needle return measurements. Refer to "16.6 High Amplifier/Needle Return Flow (Version 4 Fuel System)" , “High Amplifier/Needle Return Flow.”
    1. If the amplifier/needle return flow test passed; no problem found.
    2. If the amplifier/needle return flow test failed; fix as necessary. Refer to "51.1.1 Verify Repairs" .

Section 51.1.1
Verify Repairs

Verify repairs as follows:‪

  1. Turn ignition OFF.
  2. Reconnect any electrical connections that were disconnected to perform the diagnosis.
  3. Clear codes with DDDL 7.0 or latest version.
    warning

    ENGINE EXHAUST

    To avoid injury from inhaling engine exhaust, always operate the engine in a well-ventilated area. Engine exhaust is toxic.‪

  4. Start and bring engine up to operating temperature (over 140°F/60°C).
  5. Verify operation is satisfactory and no warning lamps illuminate. If warning lamps illuminate, troubleshoot the codes. If assistance is required, call the Detroit Diesel Customer Support Center at 313–592–5800.


EPA07 DD15 Troubleshooting Guide - DDC-SVC-MAN-0029
Generated on 10-13-2008

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