Fuel Level Display Falls Too Rapidly

27AE - P0461

Information saved in
DME

Fault code
27AE - P0461

Fault text
Tank fuel level implausible

Fault description


Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
No CAN error,
fuel level < K_FST_VOLeerlauf
Terminal condition: Engine running
Voltage condition:
none

Condition for fault memory entry
Following consumption of K_FST_VERBRAUCH sensor
value drops more than
(K_FST_VERBRAUCH+K_FST_ABWEICHUNG)

Action in service
1. Has fuel been drained (stolen)?
2. Check fuel level sensor, replace as indicated

Fault effect and breakdown warning
Fuel level display falls too rapidly

Driver information
Warning light:
No

Service instruction
none