Nissan Versa Note. Manual - part 336

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P0461 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR

P0461 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR

DTC Logic

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DTC DETECTION LOGIC

NOTE:

• If DTC P0461 is displayed with DTC UXXXX, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC UXXXX.

• If DTC P0461 is displayed with DTC P0607, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC P0607. Refer

to 

EC-351, "DTC Logic"

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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.

DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE

1.

PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK

Perform component function check. Refer to 

EC-326, "Component Function Check"

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Use component function check to check the overall function of the fuel level sensor function. During this

check, a 1st trip DTC might not be confirmed.
Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> INSPECTION END

NO

>> Proceed to 

EC-327, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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Component Function Check

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1.

PRECONDITIONING

WARNING:

When performing following procedure, be sure to observe the handling of the fuel. Refer to 

GI-24,

"General Precautions"

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TESTING CONDITION:

Before starting component function check, preparation of draining fuel and refilling fuel is required.
Do you have CONSULT?

YES

>> GO TO 2.

NO

>> GO TO 3.

2.

PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK

With CONSULT

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-135, "Work Procedure"

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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 of “ENGINE” using CONSULT.

7. Check “FUEL LEVEL SE” output voltage and note it.

8. Select “FUEL PUMP RELAY” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode of “ENGINE” using CONSULT.
9. Touch “ON” and drain fuel approximately 30   (7-7/8 US gal, 6-5/8 Imp gal) and stop it.

DTC No.

CONSULT screen terms

(Trouble diagnosis content)

DTC detecting condition

Possible cause

P0461

FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
(Fuel level sensor circuit range/
performance)

The output signal of the fuel level 
sensor does not change within the 
specified range even though the 
vehicle has been driven a long 
distance.

• Harness or connectors

(The CAN communication line is open or shorted)

• Harness or connectors

(The sensor circuit is open or shorted)

• Combination meter
• Fuel level sensor

P0461 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR

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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 0.03 V during step 7 to 10 and 10 to 12.
Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> INSPECTION END

NO

>> Proceed to 

EC-327, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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3.

PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK

Without CONSULT

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-135, "Work Procedure"

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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.
Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> INSPECTION END

NO

>> Proceed to 

EC-327, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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Diagnosis Procedure

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1.

CHECK COMBINATION METER FUNCTION

Refer to 

MWI-15, "CONSULT Function"

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Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> Check intermittent incident. Refer to 

GI-41, "Intermittent Incident"

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NO

>> Refer to 

MWI-45, "Component Function Check"

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P0462, P0463 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR

P0462, P0463 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR

DTC Logic

INFOID:0000000009020824

DTC DETECTION LOGIC

NOTE:

• If DTC P0462 or P0463 is displayed with DTC UXXXX, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC

UXXXX.

• If DTC P0462 or P0463 is displayed with DTC P0607, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC

P0607. Refer to 

EC-351, "DTC Logic"

.

This diagnosis indicates the former, to detect open or short circuit malfunction.

DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE

1.

PRECONDITIONING

If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always perform the following procedure

before conducting the next test.

1. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.

2. Turn ignition switch ON.

3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.

TESTING CONDITION:

Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is between 11 V and 16 V at

ignition switch ON.

>> GO TO 2.

2.

PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE

1. Turn ignition switch ON and wait at least 5 seconds.

2. Check 1st trip DTC.
Is 1st trip DTC detected?

YES

>> Proceed to 

EC-328, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

NO

>> INSPECTION END

Diagnosis Procedure

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1.

CHECK COMBINATION METER FUNCTION

Refer to 

MWI-15, "CONSULT Function"

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Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> Check intermittent incident. Refer to 

GI-41, "Intermittent Incident"

.

NO

>> Refer to 

MWI-45, "Component Function Check"

.

DTC No.

CONSULT screen terms

(Trouble diagnosis content)

DTC detecting condition

Possible cause

P0462

FUEL LEVEL SEN/CIRC
(Fuel level sensor circuit low input)

An excessively low voltage from 
the sensor is sent to ECM.

• Harness or connectors

(CAN communication line is open or shorted)

• Harness or connectors

(Fuel level sensor circuit is open or shorted)

• Combination meter
• Fuel level sensor

P0463

FUEL LEVEL SEN/CIRC
(Fuel level sensor circuit high input)

An excessively high voltage from 
the sensor is sent to ECM.

P0500 VSS

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P0500 VSS

Description

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The vehicle speed signal is sent to the combination meter from the “ABS actuator and electric unit (control

unit)” by CAN communication line. The combination meter then sends a signal to the ECM by CAN communi-

cation line.

DTC Logic

INFOID:0000000009020827

DTC DETECTION LOGIC

NOTE:

• If DTC P0500 is displayed with DTC UXXXX, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC UXXXX.

• If DTC P0500 is displayed with DTC P0607, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC P0607. Refer

to 

EC-351, "DTC Logic"

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DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE

1.

INSPECTION START

Do you have CONSULT?
Do you have CONSULT?

YES

>> GO TO 2.

NO

>> GO TO 5.

2.

PRECONDITIONING

If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always perform the following procedure

before conducting the next test.

1. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.

2. Turn ignition switch ON.

3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.

>> GO TO 3.

3.

CHECK VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR FUNCTION

NOTE:

This procedure may be conducted with the drive wheels lifted in the shop or by driving the vehicle. If a

road test is expected to be easier, it is unnecessary to lift the vehicle.

With CONSULT

1. Start engine.

2. Read “VHCL SPEED SE” in “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT. The vehicle speed on CONSULT

should exceed 10 km/h (6 mph) when rotating wheels with suitable gear position.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES

>> GO TO 4.

NO

>> Go to 

EC-330, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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4.

PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE

1. Select “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT.

2. Warm engine up to normal operating temperature.

3. Maintain the following conditions for at least 60 consecutive seconds.

CAUTION:

Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.

DTC No.

Trouble diagnosis content

DTC detecting condition

Possible cause

P0500

Vehicle speed sensor

The almost 0 km/h (0 MPH) of vehi-
cle speed signal is sent to ECM even 
when vehicle is being driven.

• Harness or connectors

(The CAN communication line is open or shorted)

• Harness or connectors

(The vehicle speed signal circuit is open or shorted)

• Combination meter
• ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)