What does code P1265 mean?

Q: What does code P1265 mean?

Cylinder 5 High To Low Side Short. P1265 on Ford vehicles means the powertrain control module has detected a short between the high and low sides of the fuel injector circuit for cylinder 5. The computer monitors the injector driver circuit and flags this code when the voltage on the high-side control wire is pulled down to the low-side reference, indicating a shorted injector coil or damaged wiring.

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P1265 · FordCylinder 5 High To Low Side Short

P1265 on Ford vehicles means the powertrain control module has detected a short between the high and low sides of the fuel injector circuit for cylinder 5. The computer monitors the injector driver circuit and flags this code when the voltage on the high-side control wire is pulled down to the low-side reference, indicating a shorted injector coil or damaged wiring.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeFord specific

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaFuel and air metering (injector circuits)

Guidance is general and written for Ford vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.