P1255

DTC P1255

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis (Strategy Based Diagnosis) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions (Diagnostic Procedure Instructions) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptors
DTC P1255
- Fuel Pump Control Module Driver Over-temperature

Circuit/System Description

The engine control module (ECM) supplies voltage to the fuel pump flow control module (FPCM) when the ECM detects that the ignition is on. The voltage from the ECM to the FPCM remains active for 2 seconds, unless the engine is in crank or run. While this voltage is being received, the FPCM supplies a varying voltage to the fuel tank pump module in order to maintain the desired fuel rail pressure.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The engine is running.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The FPCM detects an over-temperature fault.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

P1255 are Type B DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

P1255 are Type B DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

Using the Failure Records data may help locate an intermittent condition. If you cannot duplicate the DTC, the information in the Failure Records can help determine how many miles since the DTC set. The Fail Counter and Pass Counter can help determine how many ignition cycles that the diagnostic test reported a pass and/or a fail.

Reference Information
Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics (LS3) ([1][2]Electrical Diagrams)Engine Controls Schematics (LS7) ([1][2]Electrical Diagrams)Engine Controls Schematics (LS9) ([1][2]Electrical Diagrams)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector End Views By Name)
Description and Operation

Fuel System Description (LS9) (Description and Operation)Fuel System Description (LS3 or LS7) (Description and Operation)
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing (Circuit Testing)
* Connector Repairs (Connector Repairs)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections)
* Wiring Repairs (Wiring Repairs)

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions (Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions)
Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information

Circuit/System Testing

1. Verify that DTC P12A7 is not set.

• If the DTC is set, refer to DTC P12A7 (P12A7).

2. Ensure that the entire undercarriage of the vehicle is clean, especially around the area where the FPCM is located. Clear all codes from the FPCM and test drive the vehicle. Verify that DTC P1255 is not set.

• If DTC is set, replace the FPCM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for FPCM replacement, setup, and programming