OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P054F Idle Control System Fuel Quantity Higher Than Expected
Same as P054E with actual fuel quantity above the model - high friction, sticky throttle, or accessory drag.
Is it safe to drive with P054F?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyEngine friction higher than expected
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 1–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Idle Control Strategy, Fuel Metering
Related codes
- P054CCold Start B Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 2
- P054DCold Start B Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 2
- P054EIdle Control System Fuel Quantity Lower Than Expected
- P0550Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit
- P0551Power Steering Pressure Sensor Range/Performance
- P0552Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit Low Input
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.