OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P00C6 Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low - Engine Cranking Bank 1
During engine cranking on bank 1, fuel rail pressure does not reach the level needed for start. Hard or no-start condition.
Is it safe to drive with P00C6?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyHP pump worn
- PossibleFuel filter clogged
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–5 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- High Pressure Fuel Pump, Fuel Filter, Lift Pump
Related codes
- P01CAFuel Rail Pressure Too Low - Engine Cranking Bank 2
- P00C3Turbocharger/Supercharger Bypass Valve B Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P00C4Turbocharger/Supercharger Bypass Valve B - Mechanical
- P00C5Turbocharger/Supercharger B Turbine Overspeed
- P00C7Intake Air Pressure Measurement System - Multiple Sensor Correlation Bank 1
- P00C8Fuel Pressure Regulator A Solenoid Supply Voltage Control Circuit/Open
- P00C9Fuel Pressure Regulator A Solenoid Supply Voltage Control Circuit Low
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.