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SolenoidGM SGE Ecotec Direct Gasoline Fuel Injection SystemEuro 6330

BOSCH 12684225 High Pressure Fuel Injector Chevrolet Malibu Equinox Buick 1.5L Turbo SGE 0261500624

Reference data for Bosch 12684225 common rail injector · OEM 12668393, 12692283, 0261500624, 0261500625 · Application GM 1.5L Ecotec Turbo SIDI (LFV / LYX / L3G)
OE REFERENCE12668393, 12692283, 0261500624, 0261500625
CONTROL VALVEFast-Actuating Solenoid Multi-Hole Direct Injection Nozzle
NOZZLE-
RAIL PRESSURE200 bar
EMISSIONEuro 6 / Tier 3 Bin 30
WARRANTY12 Months
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Compatible Injectors

OEM Ref
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Vehicle & Engine Fitment

VehicleEngineYears
Chevrolet Malibu XL 1.5 Turbo1.5L Ecotec LFV 125kW2016-2023
Chevrolet Equinox 1.5 Turbo1.5L Ecotec LYX 125kW2017-2023
Buick Regal 1.5 Turbo1.5L Ecotec LFV 125kW2017-2023
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Technical Specifications

SpecificationValue
System TypeBosch HDEV5.2 Multi-Hole Direct Gasoline Fuel Injector
Operating PressureCore Spec
Spray PatternOptimized 6-orifice pattern for central combustion ignition
Fuel Rail Bolt Torque12 N·m (bracket clamping fasteners)
High Pressure Pipe Torque28 N·m Flare Nut Connection
Coil Resistance1.5 - 1.9 Ω at 20°C (Direct pulse solenoid control)
Common Fault CodesP0300 (Random Misfire), P0301-P0304 (Cylinder Misfire), P0171 (System Lean Bank 1)
Workshop PrecautionInstall brand-new Teflon combustion seals using EN-48266 seal expander tool

Matched High-Pressure Fuel Pump (Fuel Circuit Assembly)

Operates on the same high-pressure rail circuit. When troubleshooting low rail pressure (DTC P0087), verify pump volumetric delivery before replacing injectors.

HITACHIExact Engine & Chassis Match
12673449
Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) • 200 bar
🚙 Buick Regal 1.5 Turbo (L3G)
Technical Specifications & Pinout
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Installation Tips

  1. [
  2. {
  3. "step": 1,
  4. "title": "Depressurize Fuel Rail & Remove Intake Duct",
  5. "instruction": "Depressurize fuel system by removing fuel pump fuse and running engine until shutdown. Disconnect battery negative cable."
  6. },
  7. {
  8. "step": 2,
  9. "title": "Disconnect Fuel Rail Wire Connectors & Retainers",
  10. "instruction": "Disconnect injector electrical pigtails. Disconnect fuel feed pipe (28 N·m) and remove fuel rail retaining bolts (12 N·m)."
  11. },
  12. {
  13. "step": 3,
  14. "title": "Extract Injectors & Renew Teflon Tip Seals",
  15. "instruction": "Carefully remove injectors from cylinder head bore using EN-47218 remover. Install new Teflon seals and size with calibration sleeve."
  16. },
  17. {
  18. "step": 4,
  19. "title": "Install Fuel Rail, Torque Bolts & Leak Check",
  20. "instruction": "Press injectors into cylinder head. Tighten rail bolts to 12 N·m. Torque fuel line nut to 28 N·m. Reconnect battery, prime system and inspect for leaks."
  21. }
  22. ]
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Diagnostic Trouble Codes & Fault Protocols

Common diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) triggered when this common rail injector experiences wear, circuit faults, or calibration drift:

P0087Critical

Fuel Rail / System Pressure Too Low

Excessive internal backleak from worn control valve seats drops common rail pressure below target under engine load.

P0201 - P0208High

Injector Circuit Malfunction / Open Circuit

Solenoid coil resistance drift (0.2-0.5 Ω) or piezo stack degradation triggers driver stage shutdown on affected cylinders.

P0300 / P0301+High

Cylinder Misfire & Balancing Deviation

Carbon-clogged nozzle spray holes or missing IMA calibration causes uneven cylinder contribution. Recode ECM and verify washer seating.

P0088High

Fuel Rail / System Pressure Too High

Spill line backpressure or stuck metering valve prevents rail depressurization, creating overpressure risks under load.

Technical Diagnostic & Service Protocols

Authoritative field procedures, diagnostic testing thresholds, and service SOPs for this assembly.

Workshop Diagnostic Protocol

Common Rail Injector Back-Leak Testing Guide

Common rail injector backleak test protocol. Graduated cylinder setup, warm idle & cranking limits in mL/min, control valve wear & P0087 diagnosis.

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ECU Calibration Protocol

Bosch IMA Injector Coding & Location Guide

Bosch common rail injector IMA coding guide. Locate laser-etched 6-9 digit codes on body, ECU OBD2 adaptation steps & test bench calibration facts.

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COMMON RAIL DIESEL WORKSHOP SOP

Stuck Injector Removal & Carbon Cleaning SOP | FuelPartsDB

Comprehensive workshop SOP for stuck diesel injector removal, pneumatic vibro-puller extraction, carbon solvent softening, and seat reaming without damage.

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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION PROTOCOL

Diesel Injector Torque Specs & TTY Angles Guide

Common rail diesel injector hold-down bolt torque specs, TTY angles & pipe unions. Covers Bosch, Detroit DD13, Cummins & VAG 2.0 TDI workshop data in Nm.

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