Honda HR-V: DTC B1176 Fuel Level Sensor (Fuel Gauge Sending Unit) Circuit Short
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DTC (Gauge Control Module)
NOTE: If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A - Refer to: Body Electrical Troubleshooting - B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A - Initial Communication and DTC Checks.
1. Problem verification.
- Check the fuel gauge.
Does the gauge move to the full position and the low fuel indicator blink?
YES
Go to step 2.
NO
Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.
2. Fuel gauge operation check.
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
- Disconnect the following connector.
Fuel tank unit 4P connector
- Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
- Check the fuel gauge.
Does the gauge move to the empty position?
YES
Faulty the fuel gauge sending unit, replace the fuel tank unit - Refer to: Fuel Tank Unit Removal and Installation (2WD), or Fuel Tank Unit Removal and Installation (AWD).
NO
Go to step 3.
3. Shorted wire check (FUEL GAUGE+ line).
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
- Disconnect the following connector.
Gauge control module connector A (32P)
- Check for continuity between test points 1 and 2.
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Is there continuity?
YES
Repair a short to ground in the wire between the gauge control module and the fuel gauge sending unit.
NO
The FUEL GAUGE+ wire is OK. Replace the gauge control module.
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