Caterpillar Fault Code

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SPN 157 FMI 18

Engine Bogging.

System

Not specified

Symptom

Engine Bogging.

Diagnosis & fix steps

LOGIC: Injector Metering Rail 1 Pressure Low. ACTION: Replace primary/secondary fuel filters; check for air in the suction line.

Red Seal field insights

Red Seal Fix: Often caused by a failing electric lift pump. If the fuel tank is below 1/4, the pump has to work harder and can't maintain rail pressure.

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