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Fuel system status

Last reviewed 2026-08-31

Mode 01 · PID 03 (decimal 3)

Description

Open- or closed-loop status for fuel system 1 (byte A) and 2 (byte B). Values are enumerated (1 open-loop cold, 2 closed-loop, 4 open-loop load/decel, …).

PID number
03 · 3
Unit
Range
Data bytes
2
Formula
Bit encoded (open/closed loop)

Allowed values

Value Meaning
0 Motor off

Engine not running.

1 Open loop — cold

Open loop because the engine has not reached operating temperature.

2 Closed loop

Closed loop using oxygen-sensor feedback to control fuel mixture.

4 Open loop — load or decel

Open loop due to engine load, or fuel cut during deceleration.

8 Open loop — fault

Open loop because of a system failure.

16 Closed loop — fault

Closed loop using at least one oxygen sensor, but a fault exists in the feedback system.

Defined by SAE J1979 / ISO 15031-5. Public index — not a substitute for the paid SAE document.

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