Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Buick LaCrosse and 2008 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the fuel level sensor.
- Ignition OFF, test for less than 1 ohm of resistance between the fuel level sensor low reference circuit terminal C and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit terminal C for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuits tests normal, replace the ECM.
- Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the fuel level sensor signal circuit terminal B and the fuel level sensor low reference circuit terminal C. Verify the Fuel Level parameter is greater than 98 percent.
- If less than 98 percent, test the fuel level sensor signal circuit terminal B and low reference circuit terminal C for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- If all circuits test normal, perform the fuel level sensor component test before replacing either the primary or secondary fuel level sensor.