P0216 on Dodge
Injection Timing Control Circuit Malfunction
P0216 on Dodge vehicles indicates injection timing control circuit malfunction. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Dodge model — most commonly on Ram 2500. This code means the engine computer detected a fault in the fuel injection timing control circuit, most often on diesel engines with a high-pressure injection pump. The computer monitors and controls when fuel is injected; if the actual timing cannot be set correctly or the control circuit fails, this code sets. The fault is frequently internal to the injection pump or in its control wiring. It can cause hard starting, surging, stalling, reduced power, and limp mode. Typical repair costs on Dodge range from $400 to $900, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0216
- •Failed or worn high-pressure/diesel injection pump
- •Injection pump timing out of specification
- •Wiring or connector fault in the timing control circuit
- •Faulty camshaft or crankshaft position sensor
- •Clogged fuel filter or restricted fuel supply
- •Failing fuel transfer/lift pump
- •Faulty PCM/ECM (rare)
P0216 on Dodge by Model
Dodge Ram 2500(1 issue)
- Cummins Diesel Lift Pump Failure1998-2008
The factory mechanical lift pump (1998.5-2002) or electric lift pump (2003+) fails, causing the VP44 or CP3 injection pump to run dry and suffer premature wear. The injection pump costs far more than preventive lift pump maintenance.
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What does P0216 mean on Dodge?▼
P0216 stands for "Injection Timing Control Circuit Malfunction." This code means the engine computer detected a fault in the fuel injection timing control circuit, most often on diesel engines with a high-pressure injection pump. The computer monitors and controls when fuel is injected; if the actual timing cannot be set correctly or the control circuit fails, this code sets. The fault is frequently internal to the injection pump or in its control wiring. It can cause hard starting, surging, stalling, reduced power, and limp mode. On Dodge specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0216 on Dodge vehicles?▼
Common causes on Dodge: Failed or worn high-pressure/diesel injection pump, Injection pump timing out of specification, Wiring or connector fault in the timing control circuit, Faulty camshaft or crankshaft position sensor, Clogged fuel filter or restricted fuel supply. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0216 on a Dodge?▼
Repair costs on Dodge range from $400 to $900, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Dodge models have P0216 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0216 on 1 Dodge model: Ram 2500.