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DTC P0463: Fuel Level Sensor <FWD> or Fuel Level Sensor (main) <AWD> Circuit High Input
 
 
 
 
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
  • The fuel level sensor converts the rest of the fuel to a voltage and sends it to the combination meter.
  • The combination meter sends the data regarding the rest of the fuel to the ECM.
  • The ECM checks whether this data is within a specified range.
 
 
DESCRIPTIONS OF MONITOR METHODS
An open circuit is detected while monitoring the fuel level sensor output.
 
 
MONITOR EXECUTION
  • Continuous
 
 
MONITOR EXECUTION CONDITIONS (Other monitor and Sensor)
Other Monitor (There is no temporary DTC stored in memory for the item monitored below)
  • Not applicable
Sensor (The sensor below is determined to be normal)
  • Not applicable
 
 
DTC SET CONDITIONS
Logic Flow Chart
 
 
Check Conditions
  • Battery positive voltage is between 11 and 16.5 volts.
  • 2 seconds or more have passed since the engine staring sequence was completed.
Judgment Criterion
  • Fuel level sensor resistance has continued to be higher than 186 ohms for 2 seconds.
 
 
FAIL-SAFE AND BACKUP FUNCTION
  • None
 
 
OBD-II DRIVE CYCLE PATTERN
Refer to Diagnostic Function - OBD-II Drive Cycle - Pattern 22 .
 
 
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS (The most likely causes for this code to be stored are: )
  • Fuel level sensor failed.
  • Combination meters assembly failed.
  • ECM failed.

 
 
DIAGNOSIS
Required Special Tools:
  • MB992744: Vehicle Communication Interface-Lite (V.C.I.-Lite)
  • MB992745: V.C.I.-Lite Main Harness A
  • MB992747: V.C.I.-Lite USB Cable Short
  • MB992748: V.C.I.-Lite USB Cable Long
  • MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
    • MB991824: Vehicles Communication Interface (V.C.I.)
    • MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
    • MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A (Vehicles with CAN communication system)
STEP 1. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), read the combination meter diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
cautionTo prevent damage to scan tool (M.U.T.-III), always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (M.U.T.-III).
(1) Connect scan tool (M.U.T-III). Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (M.U.T.-III) .
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
(3) Read the combination meter DTC.
(4) Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Is the combination meter DTC stored?
Refer to GROUP 54A, Combination Meter - Diagnosis Trouble Code Chart
Go to Step 2.
 
STEP 2. Check the trouble symptoms.
(1) Carry out a test drive with the drive cycle pattern. Refer to Diagnostic Function - OBD-II Drive Cycle - Pattern 23 .
(2) Check the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
Is DTC P0463 stored?
Replace the ECM (Refer to Removal and Installation ). Then go to Step 3.
It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. Refer to GROUP 00, How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points - How to Cope with Intermittent Malfunctions .
 
STEP 3. Test the OBD-II drive cycle.
(1) Carry out a test drive with the drive cycle pattern. Refer to Diagnostic Function - OBD-II Drive Cycle - Pattern 22 .
(2) Check the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
Is DTC P0463 stored?
Retry the troubleshooting.
The inspection is complete.