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DTC Detection 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 LOGIC .

Driving long distances naturally affect fuel gauge level.

This diagnosis detects the fuel gauge malfunction of the gauge not moving even after a long distance has been driven.

DTC DETECTION CONDITION AND POSSIBLE CAUSES REFERENCE TABLE

DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0461 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. The CAN communication line is open or shorted)
  • Harness or connectors. The sensor circuit is open or shorted)
  • Unified meter and A/C amp.
  • Fuel level sensor