Renault Dtc F00316 -

F00316 usually indicates a fault in the electrical control circuit for injector cylinder 3. The ECU monitors the voltage and current waveform on the injector driver output. If the measured signal deviates from expected parameters (open load, short to ground/battery, or driver internal failure), the code is set.

In Renault systems, this code may also appear for fuel quantity regulator or rail pressure faults on some models, but the majority of verified cases point to:

This code is rampant across the following Renault Group vehicles (2012–2020): renault dtc f00316

If you own any of these vehicles and see F00316, you are likely dealing with an electrical generation or communication issue.

  • Compare to known good injector (e.g., cylinder 1 or 4).
  • Verify HV contactors and pre-charge circuit:
  • Run BMS health tests via OEM software:
  • Insulation resistance test between HV pack and chassis; compare to threshold in service manual.
  • Check current sensors and voltage sense lines for proper readings.
  • If communication or software fault suspected, attempt software reflash or BMS reinitialization only with OEM procedure.
  • If individual cell/module faults identified, consider module-level replacement or balancing per manufacturer instructions.
  • After repairs, clear DTCs, perform road test and monitor logs for recurrence.

    • Early firmware on Renault EMS3130 ECUs had a bug where it falsely flagged F00316 during rapid ignition cycling (e.g., stalling and restarting quickly). A dealer reflash solves this. F00316 usually indicates a fault in the electrical

    The sensor itself has an internal heating element and a sensing element. The heating element (used to burn off soot for regeneration of the sensor) can fail, causing a voltage spike or drop.

    | Parameter | Normal at idle (warm) | |-----------|------------------------| | Rail pressure actual | 250–320 bar | | Rail pressure setpoint | 250–320 bar | | FQR duty cycle | 25–32% | | Low pressure fuel pressure | 1.8–3.5 bar absolute | | Fuel temperature | <60°C | This code is rampant across the following Renault

    Perform snap acceleration test: