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Master Diesel Drift Compensation Issue

Having a nightmare with my 2017 Renault Master diesel. The engine's running super rough, the check engine light is on, and I keep getting this error about 'reset quantity drift compensation'. I think it has something to do with the fuel injection, possibly a defective injector valve or injector. Has anyone dealt with drift compensation issues before? What car sensors are involved? Is it something I can reset myself, or am I looking at a trip to the shop? I've run onboard diagnostics, but it's still not clear. I'm at 217810 km and getting seriously frustrated!

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A 2017 Renault Master diesel is experiencing rough engine performance and a check engine light, with an error related to 'reset quantity drift compensation.' This issue is likely linked to the fuel injection system, possibly due to a defective injector valve or injector. The problem seems to worsen when the engine is cold, suggesting wear in the injectors that the ECU can no longer compensate for. The recommended solution is to take the vehicle to a workshop for professional diagnosis and repair, as handling fuel injection issues without proper tools and expertise can be problematic.

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LenHofer

Ugh, that sounds familiar. I had a similar problem with my old Opel Corsa – though it wasn't exactly the same error message, it was definitely something to do with the fuel injection system. Is the 'drift compensation' part of the ECU trying to adjust for wear in the injectors? Does it happen only when the engine is cold?

michaelhimmel1 (community.author)

Thanks for the reply! Yeah, I think the 'drift compensation' is supposed to adjust for the injectors wearing out over time. It seems to be worse when the engine is cold, you're right! What exactly was wrong with your Corsa, and how did you fix it?

LenHofer

Okay, so with my Corsa, the ECU couldn't compensate anymore, and the engine was misfiring like crazy. Eventually, the mechanic told me one of the injectors was shot. Honestly, I'd take it to a workshop. Messing with fuel injection without the right tools and knowledge is asking for trouble. It cost me 515€, but at least it's running smoothly now.

michaelhimmel1 (community.author)

Thanks so much for the advice! Sounds like I'm heading to the shop then. I really appreciate you sharing your experience. Hopefully, it's just an injector and not something more complicated.

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