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(DME) Condition For Fault ID - 3

27AE - P0461

Information saved in
DME

Fault code
27AE - P0461

Fault text
Tank fill level implausible

Fault description
Fuel Level Sensor 'A' Circuit Range/Performance

Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
After consumption of K_FST_VERBRAUCH_VOLL
(without TERM15 off) sensor value is still greater than
K_FST_VOLL
Terminal condition: TERM15 remains on continuously
Voltage condition:
none

Condition for fault memory entry
none

Action in service
1. Check fuel level sensor, replace as indicated

Fault effect and breakdown warning
Fuel gauge always indicates full

Driver information
Warning light:
MIL black

Service instruction
none