P0065 — Air Assisted Injector Control Range/Performance
The air-assist injector control system (used on some lean-burn or direct-injection engines to atomize fuel with air) shows a performance deviation from the expected behavior.
General code reference. Confirm the definition and diagnostic procedure for your vehicle's year, model and engine. A stored code alone does not identify a failed part.
Affected components
- Air assist valve
- Air supply
Possible causes to check
These are possible checks, not a ranked diagnosis. Follow the vehicle manufacturer's test procedure before replacing parts.
- Air passage clogged with carbon
- Sensor element aged beyond calibration window
- Sensor mounting loose - signal damping
Diagnostic notes
- The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate
- This code can affect emissions
- A drive cycle may be required after repair
Sources
Check each reference's vehicle and model-year scope. General background links do not establish which fault is most likely on your vehicle.
Diagnostic information is provided for reference only. Confirm the code with a compatible scan tool and follow the vehicle manufacturer's service procedures before replacing components.