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S90 Diesel Fuel Pressure Issue

I'm having trouble with my 2021 Volvo S90 diesel with 153,000 km on it. The check engine light keeps popping on, and the engine sometimes stalls when I'm idling. I've also noticed a serious drop in engine power. This all started after I changed the fuel filter myself. I'm thinking it might be related to the fuel pressure regulator, maybe some air got in the system? Could it be a faulty fuel rail pressure sensor or something else in the fuel system causing a misfire and rough idle?

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adrian_braun1

I also own an S90, and your symptoms sound very familiar to an issue I experienced. The check engine light, stalling at idle, and reduced power all point towards a fuel pressure problem. Did you make sure the fuel filter was correctly seated and sealed after replacement? A small leak can introduce air into the fuel system, which can wreak havoc.

marcbrown6 (Author)

Thanks for the quick reply! Yeah, I thought I seated the filter properly, but now I'm second-guessing myself. What exactly was the issue with your S90, and what did you do to fix it? Was it the fuel pressure regulator itself, or something else in the fuel system?

adrian_braun1

In my case, the error was triggered by a defective fuel pressure regulator, as the error memory showed. While the fuel filter replacement might have triggered it, the regulator itself was the culprit. I suggest you have the car professionally diagnosed. A proper diagnostic scan can pinpoint the issue. While you might be able to troubleshoot some things yourself, fuel system issues can be complex. I ended up having to take mine to a shop.

marcbrown6 (Author)

Thanks a bunch for the advice! I took it to a local shop, and you were spot on – it was the fuel pressure regulator. They replaced it, cleared the error codes, and now it's running perfectly. Cost me 45€ for the part. Really appreciate your help in pointing me in the right direction!

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