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PowertrainP0460

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Fuel Level Sensor Circuit

38 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Catalytic converter: cleans the exhaust gases · EGR: exhaust gas recirculation, which cuts harmful gases · EVAP: the system that traps fuel vapour · Oxygen sensor: measures oxygen in the exhaust gas · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

This range covers emissions control (EGR, EVAP, oxygen sensors and the catalytic converter), but some manufacturers also use P04 codes for oil-pressure, brake-fluid and coolant-level warnings.

2Common causes

  1. Clogged or faulty EGR valve
  2. EVAP system leak (hoses, canister, fuel cap)
  3. Faulty oxygen sensor
  4. Ageing catalytic converter
  5. Low oil, brake fluid or coolant (on some models)
  6. Wiring or connector fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Do not assume this code is safe to drive. Check the description: if it names oil pressure, brake fluid, coolant, or a brake fault, stop safely and have it diagnosed before driving. Emissions-only codes (EGR, EVAP, catalyst) should still be checked before an emissions or roadworthiness inspection.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 38

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0460Fuel Level Sensor Circuit SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP0460Fuel Level Sensor A Circuit BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP0460Fuel Level Sensor Circuit SAEPowertrain
BMWP0460Tank fill level via CAN bus implausible BrandPowertrain
BYDP0460Fuel level sensor BrandPowertrain
CheryP0460Fuel level BrandPowertrain
ChryslerP0460Fuel level sensor circuit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0460Swirl Flap Stuck BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0460Fuel Level Sensor A Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0460Fuel level sensor BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0460Fuel Level Sensor A Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0460Bränslenivågivare 'A' krets BrandPowertrain
FordP0460MIL On Dtc BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0460Fuel level sensor BrandPowertrain
GMP0460Fuel level sensor circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0460Fuel level sensor BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0460Fuel level sensor BrandPowertrain
HoldenP0460Fuel Level Sensor Circuit BrandPowertrain
HondaP0460Fuel Level Sensor Circuit SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP0460Fuel Level Sensor Circuit SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP0460Fuel Level Sensor Circuit SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP0460Fuel Level Sensor Circuit SAEPowertrain
MaseratiP0460Fuel Level Sensor 1-Circuit Short to Battery or Open BrandPowertrain
MazdaP0460MIL On Dtc BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP0460Fuel level sensor BrandPowertrain
NissanP0460Fuel level sensor Slosh BrandPowertrain
OpelP0460Fuel level sensor circuit BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0460Fuel Level Sensor Circuit SAEPowertrain
PorscheP0460Fuel Level Sensor Circuit SAEPowertrain
ProtonP0460Fuel level sensor BrandPowertrain
SaabP0460Fuel level sensor circuit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0460Fuel Tank Level Error BrandPowertrain
SmartP0460Fuel Level Sensor Circuit SAEPowertrain
SprinterP0460Fuel Level Sensor Circuit SAEPowertrain
SuzukiP0460Fuel Level Sensor 'A' Circuit BrandPowertrain
TataP0460Signal For Fuel Level BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0460Fuel level sensor 1 signal interference BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP0460Fuel Level Sensor Circuit: Malfunction BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0460 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongP046000Faulty fuel pump fuel level sensor indication BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP04601ADer Tankgeber links hat Funktionsstörung.Widerstandsgrenzwert ist unterschritten. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP04601BDer Tankgeber links hat Funktionsstörung.Widerstandsgrenzwert ist überschritten. BrandPowertrain

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