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DTC P0461: Fuel Level Sensor (Fuel Gauge Sending Unit) Circuit Range/Performance Problem

NOTE: Because it requires 162 miles (260 km) to drive without refueling to complete this diagnosis, DTC P0461 cannot be duplicated during this troubleshooting.
  1. Test the fuel gauge sending unit (see FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT TEST  ).

    Is the fuel gauge sending unit OK? 

    1. YES  - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the fuel gauge sending unit and the gauge assembly.
    2. NO  - Replace the fuel gauge sending unit (see FUEL PUMP/FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT REPLACEMENT  ), then go to step 2.
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  3. Reset the PCM with the HDS.
  4. Do the PCM idle learn procedure (see PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ).
  5. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs with the HDS.

    Are any Temporary DTCs or DTCs indicated? 

    1. YES  - If DTC P0461 is indicated, check for poor connections or loose terminals at the fuel gauge sending unit and the gauge assembly, then go to step  1 If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
    2. NO  - Troubleshooting is complete.
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