Fuel level sensor
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Don't leave the key on when you fill it up any more, and only worry if the code comes back or the fuel gauge stops working.
https://www.obd-codes.com/p0461
https://www.obd-codes.com/p0461
P0461 could have been set because of mechanical (incorrect fuel level rationality; refueling the vehicle with the ignition switch "on" or even engine running can do this. Fuel level changes too rapidly which is not normal) or electrical (FLS sensor circuit) issues. These cannot be overlooked in the troubleshooting stage, especially when dealing with an intermittent problem.
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While "hot fueling" is a very bad idea on any vehicle, it should not cause any sort of error on a Ford. It should only result in a fuel gauge indication that takes an extended time to register properly.
Have you run the instrument cluster self-test to see if there are any stored error codes in the cluster?
Have you run the instrument cluster self-test to see if there are any stored error codes in the cluster?
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P0461 could have been set because of mechanical (incorrect fuel level rationality; refueling the vehicle with the ignition switch "on" or even engine running can do this. Fuel level changes too rapidly which is not normal) or electrical (FLS sensor circuit) issues. These cannot be overlooked in the troubleshooting stage, especially when dealing with an intermittent problem.
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https://www.obd-codes.com/p0461
P0461 could have been set because of mechanical (incorrect fuel level rationality; refueling the vehicle with the ignition switch "on" or even engine running can do this. Fuel level changes too rapidly which is not normal) or electrical (FLS sensor circuit) issues. These cannot be overlooked in the troubleshooting stage, especially when dealing with an intermittent problem.
P0461 could have been set because of mechanical (incorrect fuel level rationality; refueling the vehicle with the ignition switch "on" or even engine running can do this. Fuel level changes too rapidly which is not normal) or electrical (FLS sensor circuit) issues. These cannot be overlooked in the troubleshooting stage, especially when dealing with an intermittent problem.
Quoting a non-Ford source isn't a very good idea. Those are generally generic descriptions that may or may not apply to what Ford did in implementing that DTC. In this case, it's "not". Recommend checking ONLY Ford's documentation starting with the relevant OBDII theory manual and cross-checking with the PCED.
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