B1176

DTC B1176: Fuel Level Sensor (Fuel Gauge Sending Unit) Circuit Short

NOTE: If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A.

1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.
2. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and then back ON (II).
3. Wait for 30 seconds.
4. 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.

5. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
6. Disconnect the fuel gauge sending unit 4P connector.
7. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.
8. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and then back ON (II).
9. Wait for 30 seconds.
10. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

Is DTC B1176 indicated?

YES - Go to step 11.

NO - Do the fuel gauge sending unit test and secondary fuel gauge sending unit test.

11. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
12. Disconnect the gauge control module 36P connector.




13. Check for continuity between gauge control module 36P connector terminal No. 27 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.