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Fuel Gage Inaccurate or Inoperative



FUEL GAGE INACCURATE OR INOPERATIVE

DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
- Ensure that the fuel level is in the same range as the customer concern.
- For intermittent diagnosis, refer to Diagnostic Aids for Circuit Testing and Wiring Repair procedures.
- Refer to Fuel Level Specifications (2.0L and 2.2L) in order to verify the correct fuel level sensor readings. The Fuel Level Sensor parameter is available on the scan tool in the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM) EVAP Data list.

TEST DESCRIPTION

Steps 1 - 6:




Steps 7 - 13:




The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
3. This step tests for a high resistance in the signal circuit and the low reference circuit of the fuel level sensor.
13. DTCs will be set in the ECM/PCM when you perform this diagnostic table.