DTC B1176: Fuel Level Sensor (Fuel Gauge Sending Unit) Circuit Short
- Clear the DTCs with the HDS.
- Turn the ignition switch OFF, and then back ON (II).
- Wait for 30 seconds.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC B1176 indicated?
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Intermittent failure, the fuel level sensor circuit is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.
- Turn the ignition switch OFF.
- Disconnect the fuel pump 5P connector.
- Clear the DTCs with the HDS.
- Turn the ignition switch OFF, and then back ON (II).
- Wait for 30 seconds.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC B1176 indicated?
YES - Go to step 11.
NO - Do FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT TEST .
- Turn the ignition switch OFF.
- Disconnect the gauge control module 36P connector.
- Check for continuity between gauge control module 36P connector terminal No. 32 and body ground.
Is there continuity?
YES - Repair a short in the wire between the gauge control module and the fuel gauge sending unit.
NO - Replace the gauge control module.