DTC P0461: Fuel Level Sensor (Fuel Gauge Sending Unit) Range/Performance Problem
NOTE:
- Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ).
- Because it requires 162 miles (260 km) of driving without refueling to complete this diagnosis, DTC P0461 cannot be duplicated during this troubleshooting.
- Test the fuel gauge sending unit (see FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT TEST
).
Is the fuel gauge sending unit OK?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the fuel gauge sending unit and the gauge assembly.
NO - Replace the fuel gauge sending unit (see FUEL PUMP/FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 2.
- Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
- Reset the ECM/PCM with the HDS.
- Do ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ).
- Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC P0461 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the fuel gauge sending unit and the gauge control module, then go to step 1.
NO - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.