P0462 — Fuel Level Sensor "A" Circuit Low

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Fuel level signal voltage is too low — usually the wire is touching ground (short).

Symptoms

  • Needle stuck at full or empty

Common causes

  • Signal wire rubbed and touching body
  • Shorted sender
  • Water in the tank connector

How to fix

  1. Unplug the sender — if the needle moves, the sender is shorted
  2. Check the signal wire for rubbing

Can I keep driving?

Yes — track your km.

Related diagrams

These are the general meanings. Some companies use a code a little differently — confirm with a scanner and your car's service manual.