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On Board Diagnosis Logic

NOTE:
  • If DTC P0461 is displayed with DTC UXXXX, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC UXXXX.
  • If DTC P0461 is displayed with DTC P0607, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC P0607. Refer to DTC P0607 ECM .

This diagnosis detects the fuel gauge malfunction of the gauge not moving even after a long distance has been driven. Driving long distances naturally affect fuel gauge level.

DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0461
0461
Fuel level sensor circuit range/performance The output signal of the fuel level sensor does not change within the specified range even though the vehicle has been driven a long distance.
  • Harness or connectors (CAN communication line is open or shorted)
  • Harness or connectors (Fuel level sensor circuit is open or shorted)
  • Combination meter
  • Fuel level sensor