P0460 Fuel Level Unit No Change Over Miles
NAME OF CODEFuel Level Unit No Change Over Miles
WHEN MONITORED
Engine running and fuel level either below 15% or above 85% of capacity.
SET CONDITION
The PCM sees low fuel, less than 15%, for more than 120 miles or fuel level stays above 85% of capacity and does not change by at least 10% for more than 100 miles.
THEORY OF OPERATION
The Fuel Level Sending Unit (Fuel Level Sensor) sends a variable voltage to the Powertrain Control Module to indicate fuel level. The purpose of this feature is to prevent false setting of misfire and fuel systems monitor codes when the vehicle is operating at low fuel levels.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
- Defective fuel level sensor
- Obstructed/defective fuel tank
- Powertrain control module
INACTIVE TROUBLE CODE CONDITION
You have just attempted to simulate the condition that initially set the trouble code message. The following additional checks may assist you in identifying a possible intermittent problem:
- Check freeze frame data.
- Visually inspect related wire harness connectors. Look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded terminals.
- Visually inspect the related harnesses. Look for chafed, pierced or partially broken wire.
- Refer to any hotlines or technical service bulletins that may apply.