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DTC Detection Logic

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Infiniti QX56. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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 LOGIC

DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name (Trouble diagnosis content) DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0461 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR (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)
  • Combination meter
  • Fuel level sensor