EC-492
DTC P0461 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
DTC P0461 FUEL LEVEL SENSORPFP:25060
Component DescriptionNBS006VA
The fuel level sensor is mounted in the fuel level sensor unit. The
sensor detects a fuel level in the fuel tank and transmits a signal to
the “unified meter and A/C amp.”. The “unified meter and A/C amp.”
sends the fuel level sensor signal to the ECM through CAN commu-
nication line.
It consists of two parts, one is mechanical float and the other is vari-
able resistor. Fuel level sensor output voltage changes depending on
the movement of the fuel mechanical float.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000A8
NOTE:
If DTC P0461 is displayed with DTC U1000 or U1001, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC
U1000, U1001. Refer to EC-151, "
DTC U1000, U1001 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE".
If DTC P0461 is displayed with DTC U1010, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC U1010.
Refer to EC-154, "
DTC U1010 CAN COMMUNICATION" .
Driving long distances naturally affect fuel gauge level.
This diagnosis detects the fuel gauge malfunction of the gauge not moving even after a long distance has
been driven.
Overall Function CheckNBS000A9
Use this procedure to check the overall function of the fuel level sensor function. During this check, a 1st trip
DTC might not be confirmed.
WARNING:
When performing following procedure, be sure to observe the handling of the fuel. Refer to FL-10,
"FUEL TANK" .
TESTING CONDITION:
Before starting overall function check, preparation of draining fuel and refilling fuel is required.
WITH CONSULT-III
NOTE:
Start from step 10, if it is possible to confirm that the fuel cannot be drained by 30 (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/
8 Imp gal) in advance.
1. Prepare a fuel container and a spare hose.
2. Release fuel pressure from fuel line, refer to EC-79, "
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
3. Remove the fuel feed hose on the fuel level sensor unit.
4. Connect a spare fuel hose where the fuel feed hose was removed.
5. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds then turn ON.
6. Select “FUEL LEVEL SE” in “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.
7. Check “FUEL LEVEL SE” output voltage and note it.
8. Select “FUEL PUMP” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode with CONSULT-III.
1 : Fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump
2 : Fuel pressure regulator
3 : Fuel tank temperature sensor
PBIB2707E
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0461
0461Fuel level sensor circuit
range/performanceThe output signal of the fuel level sensor does
not change within the specified range even
though the vehicle has been driven a long dis-
tance.
Harness or connectors
(The CAN communication line is open or
shorted)
Harness or connectors
(The sensor circuit is open or shorted)
Unified meter and A/C amp.
Fuel level sensor
DTC P0461 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
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9. Touch “ON” and drain fuel approximately 30 (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/8 Imp gal) and stop it.
10. Check “FUEL LEVEL SE” output voltage and note it.
11. Fill fuel into the fuel tank for 30 (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/8 Imp gal).
12. Check “FUEL LEVEL SE” output voltage and note it.
13. Confirm whether the voltage changes more than 0.03V during step 7 to 10 and 10 to 12.
If NG, go to EC-493, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
NOTE:
Start from step 8, if it is possible to confirm that the fuel cannot be drained by 30 (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/8
Imp gal) in advance.
1. Prepare a fuel container and a spare hose.
2. Release fuel pressure from fuel line. Refer to EC-79, "
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
3. Remove the fuel feed hose on the fuel level sensor unit.
4. Connect a spare fuel hose where the fuel feed hose was removed.
5. Turn ignition switch ON.
6. Drain fuel by 30 (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/8 Imp gal) from the fuel tank using proper equipment.
7. Confirm that the fuel gauge indication varies.
8. Fill fuel into the fuel tank for 30 (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/8 Imp gal).
9. Confirm that the fuel gauge indication varies.
10. If NG, go to EC-493, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
Diagnostic ProcedureNBS000AA
1. CHECK FUEL GAUGE OPERATION
Refer to DI-15, "
Self-Diagnosis Mode of Combination Meter" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Follow the instruction of DI-15, "
Self-Diagnosis Mode of Combination Meter" .
2. CHECK FUEL LEVEL SENSOR AND CIRCUIT
Refer to DI-19, "
Fuel Level Sensor Signal Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning parts.
3. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Refer to EC-141, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
>>INSPECTION END
Removal and InstallationNBS000AB
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
Refer to FL-4, "FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY"
EC-494
DTC P0462, P0463 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
DTC P0462, P0463 FUEL LEVEL SENSORPFP:25060
Component DescriptionNBS006VB
The fuel level sensor is mounted in the fuel level sensor unit. The
sensor detects a fuel level in the fuel tank and transmits a signal to
the “unified meter and A/C amp.”. The “unified meter and A/C amp.”
sends the fuel level sensor signal to the ECM through CAN commu-
nication line.
It consists of two parts, one is mechanical float and the other is vari-
able resistor. Fuel level sensor output voltage changes depending on
the movement of the fuel mechanical float.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000AD
NOTE:
If DTC P0462 or P0463 is displayed with DTC U1000 or U1001, first perform the trouble diagnosis
for DTC U1000, U1001. Refer to EC-151, "
DTC U1000, U1001 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE".
If DTC P0462 is displayed with DTC U1010, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC U1010.
Refer to EC-154, "
DTC U1010 CAN COMMUNICATION" .
This diagnosis indicates the former, to detect open or short circuit malfunction.
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS000AE
NOTE:
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at
least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is more than 11V at ignition
switch ON.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON and wait at least 5 seconds.
2. Check 1st trip DTC.
3. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-494, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-III” above.
Diagnostic ProcedureNBS000AF
1. CHECK FUEL GAUGE OPERATION
Refer to DI-15, "
Self-Diagnosis Mode of Combination Meter" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Follow the instruction of DI-15, "
Self-Diagnosis Mode of Combination Meter" .
1 : Fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump
2 : Fuel pressure regulator
3 : Fuel tank temperature sensor
PBIB2707E
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0462
0462Fuel level sensor circuit
low inputAn excessively low voltage is sent from the
sensor is sent to ECM.
Harness or connectors
(The CAN communication line is open or
shorted)
Harness or connectors
(The sensor circuit is open or shorted)
Unified meter and A/C amp.
Fuel level sensor P0463
0463Fuel level sensor circuit
high inputAn excessively high voltage is sent from the
sensor is sent to ECM.
DTC P0462, P0463 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
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2. CHECK FUEL LEVEL SENSOR AND CIRCUIT
Refer to DI-19, "
Fuel Level Sensor Signal Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning parts.
3. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Refer to EC-141, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
>>INSPECTION END
Removal and InstallationNBS000AG
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
Refer to FL-4, "FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY" .
DTC P0500 VSS
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6. Check 1st trip DTC.
7. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-497, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
Overall Function CheckNBS000AK
Use this procedure to check the overall function of the vehicle speed sensor circuit. During this check, a 1st
trip DTC might not be confirmed.
WITH GST
1. Lift up drive wheels.
2. Start engine.
3. Read vehicle speed sensor signal in Service $01 with GST.
The vehicle speed sensor on GST should be able to exceed 10 km/h (6 MPH) when rotating wheels with
suitable gear position.
4. If NG, go to EC-497, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
Diagnostic ProcedureNBS000AL
1. CHECK DTC WITH “VDC/TCS/ABS CONTROL UNIT (WITH VDC MODELS)” OR “ABS ACTUATOR
AND ELECTRIC UNIT (CONTROL UNIT) (WITHOUT VDC MODELS)”
Refer to BRC-82, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" (with VDC models) or refer to BRC-42, "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS"
(without VDC models).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair or replace.
2. CHECK DTC WITH UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP.
Refer to DI-4, "
COMBINATION METERS" .
>>INSPECTION END
B/FUEL SCHDL5.0 - 31.8 msec (A/T)
5.0 - 31.8 msec (M/T)
Shift leverExcept P or N position (A/T)
Neutral position (M/T)
PW/ST SIGNAL OFF
EC-508
DTC P0603 ECM POWER SUPPLY
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
DTC P0603 ECM POWER SUPPLYPFP:23710
Component DescriptionNBS000BE
Battery voltage is supplied to the ECM even when the ignition switch
is turned OFF for the ECM memory function of the DTC memory, the
air-fuel ratio feedback compensation value memory, the Idle Air Vol-
ume Learning value memory, etc.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000BF
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS000BG
NOTE:
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at
least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Start engine and let it idle for 1 second.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF, wait at least 10 seconds, and then turn ON.
3. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for four times.
4. Check 1st trip DTC.
5. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-510, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-III” above.
PBIB3532E
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0603
0603ECM power supply cir-
cuitECM back-up RAM system does not function
properly.
Harness or connectors
[The ECM power supply (back-up) circuit
is open or shorted.]
ECM
EC-520
DTC P0850 PNP SWITCH
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
DTC P0850 PNP SWITCHPFP:23006
Component DescriptionNBS000GB
When the shift position is P or N (A/T), Neutral (M/T), park/neutral position (PNP) switch is ON.
ECM detects the position because the continuity of the line (the ON signal) exists.
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeNBS000GC
Specification data are reference values.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000GD
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS000GE
CAUTION:
Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.
NOTE:
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at
least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Select “P/N POSI SW” in “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III. Then check the “P/N POSI SW” sig-
nal under the following conditions.
If NG, go to EC-525, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
If OK, go to following steps.
3. Select “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.
4. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
5. Maintain the following conditions for at least 60 consecutive seconds.
6. Check 1st trip DTC.
7. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-525, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
Overall Function CheckNBS000GF
Use this procedure to check the overall function of the park/neutral position (PNP) switch circuit. During this
check, a 1st trip DTC might not be confirmed.
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
P/N POSI SW
Ignition switch: ONShift lever: P or N (A/T), Neutral (M/T)
positionON
Shift lever: Except above position OFF
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0850
0850Park/neutral position
switchThe signal of the park/neutral position (PNP)
switch is not changed in the process of engine
starting and driving.
Harness or connectors
[The park/neutral position (PNP) switch
circuit is open or shorted.]
Park/neutral position (PNP) switch
TCM (A/T models)
Position (Shift lever) Known-good signal
N or P position (A/T)
Neutral position (M/T)ON
Except above position OFF
ENG SPEED 1,400 - 6375 rpm
COOLAN TEMP/S More than 70°C (158°F)
B/FUEL SCHDL 2.0 - 31.8 msec
VHCL SPEED SE More than 64 km/h (40 MPH)
Shift lever Suitable position
EC-540
DTC P1148, P1168 CLOSED LOOP CONTROL
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
DTC P1148, P1168 CLOSED LOOP CONTROLPFP:22690
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000D5
These self-diagnoses have the one trip detection logic.
NOTE:
DTC P1148 or P1168 is displayed with another DTC for air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1.
Perform the trouble diagnosis for the corresponding DTC.
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P1148
1148
(Bank 1)
Closed loop control
functionThe closed loop control function for bank 1
does not operate even when vehicle is driving
in the specified condition.
Harness or connectors
[The air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1 circuit is
open or shorted.]
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1 heater P1168
1168
(Bank 2)The closed loop control function for bank 2
does not operate even when vehicle is driving
in the specified condition.