DTC P0462 (2.4 L Engine) (2017 2018 2019)
DTC P0462: Fuel Level Sensor (Fuel Gauge Sending Unit) Circuit Low Voltage
General Description
Fuel level sensors (fuel gauge sending unit and secondary fuel gauge sending unit) are incorporated into the fuel pump and installed in the fuel tank. Using a built-in potentiometer and float, it converts the movement of the float to electrical signals as an output that corresponds fuel level variations in the fuel tank. The fuel level, which is indicated by the gauge control module, is sent to the powertrain control module (PCM) via the controller area network (CAN). If the PCM detects a signal from the fuel level sensor (fuel gauge sending unit) below a predetermined value for a set time, it detects a malfunction and stores a DTC.
Monitor Execution, Sequence, Duration, DTC Type
| Execution | Continuous |
| Sequence | None |
| Duration | 5 seconds or more |
| DTC Type | Two drive cycles, MIL off |
Enable Conditions
| Condition | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 12 volt battery voltage [BATTERY] | 10.0 V | - |
| Vehicle | ON mode | |
[ ]: HDS Parameter
Malfunction Threshold
The fuel level sensor (fuel gauge sending unit) output voltage is 0.10 V or less for at least 5 seconds.
Possible Cause
NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
- Fuel level sensor (fuel gauge sending unit) FUEL GAUGE+ line short to ground
- Fuel level sensor (fuel gauge sending unit or secondary fuel sending unit) failure
- Gauge control module internal circuit failure
- PCM internal circuit failure
Diagnosis Details
Conditions for setting the DTC
When a malfunction is detected during the first drive cycle, a Pending DTC is stored in the PCM memory. If the malfunction returns in the next (second) drive cycle, a Confirmed DTC and the freeze data are stored. The MIL does not come on.
Conditions for clearing the DTC
The Pending DTC, the Confirmed DTC, and the freeze data can be cleared with the scan tool Clear command or by disconnecting the 12 volt battery.