Inspection Procedure 8: Fuel Gauge Does Not Work (The Other Meters Work): Diagnosis

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STEP 1. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), read the combination meter diagnostic trouble code.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool (M.U.T.-III), always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (M.U.T.-III).
1. Connect scan tool (M.U.T.-III). Refer to "HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (M.U.T.-III) ."
2. Turn the ignition switch from "LOCK" (OFF) position to "ON" position.
3. Check if DTC No. B1201 is stored.
Q: Is DTC No. B1201 stored?
1. YES: Follow the relevant DTC procedure (Refer to COMBINATION METERS DIAGNOSTIC ).
2. NO: Go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Fuel pump module and fuel level sensor (sub) < AWD > check
Check the fuel pump module and fuel level sensor (sub) < AWD >. Refer to FUEL LEVEL SENSOR CHECK .

Q: Is the check result normal?
1. YES: Go to Step 3.
2. NO: Replace the fuel pump module and fuel level sensor (sub) < AWD >.
STEP 3. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), check data list
- Item 89: Fuel gauge (Refer to ACTUATOR TEST TABLE ).
- Item 8A: Fuel gauge (Target) (Refer to ACTUATOR TEST TABLE ).
Q: Is the check result normal?
1. YES: Go to Step 4.
2. NO: Replace the combination meter, and then go to Step 5.
STEP 4. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), check actuator test
- Item 3: Fuel gauge (Refer to ACTUATOR TEST TABLE ).
Q: Is the check result normal?
1. YES: Go to Step 5.
2. NO: Replace the combination meter, and then go to Step 5
STEP 5. Retest the system.
Check that the fuel gauge works normally.

Q: Is the check result normal?
1. YES: The procedure is complete. (If no malfunctions are found in all steps, an intermittent malfunction is suspected. Refer to /HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTION ).
2. NO: Replace the combination meter.