DTC B1176

DTC B1176 : Fuel level sensor (fuel gauge sending unit) circuit short

DTC Description	DTC
B1176 Fuel level sensor (fuel gauge sending unit) circuit short

DTC (Gauge Control Module)

NOTE:

If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A - Refer to:

Problem verification

- 1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.

- 2. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode and then the ON mode.

- 3. Wait for at least 30 seconds.

- 4. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

DTC Description	DTC
B1176 Fuel level sensor (fuel gauge sending unit) circuit short

Is DTC B1176 indicated?

YES

Go to step 2.

Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.

Shorted wire check (FUEL + line)

- 1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

- 2. Disconnect the following connector.

Gauge control module connector A (32P)Fuel tank unit 4P connector

- 3. Check for continuity between test points 1 and 2.

Test condition	Vehicle OFF (LOCK) mode Gauge control module connector A (32P): disconnected Fuel tank unit 4P connector: disconnected
Test circuit	FUEL +
Test point 1	Gauge control module connector A (32P) No. 6
Test point 2	Body ground

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Is there continuity?

YES

Repair a short to ground in the FUEL + wire.

The FUEL + wire is OK. Go to step 3.