Code P228d, engine over speed smelled something hot?

2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU
159,000 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CORY2427
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Just randomly said engine reduce power then engine over speed smelled something hot then it said that done replaced high pressure fuel pump and runs good any other time was fine when started back hours later.
Sep 16, 2024 at 10:16 PM
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The P228D code on a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu typically indicates an issue related to the fuel pressure sensor. This would explain the hot smell as too much fuel is being burnt. Here is the location of the fuel pressure sensor so you can change it out which should fix the problem. Clear the codes once the repair is completed. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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Sep 17, 2024 at 9:45 AM
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CORY2427
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I’ve already replaced it few months ago as I mentioned.
Sep 17, 2024 at 7:34 PM
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Sorry, I meant the fuel pressure sensor on the rail, please check out the images above.
Sep 18, 2024 at 8:39 AM