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P1861 Chrysler - Fuel ,level - variation between tank levels

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Chrysler. All interpretations of P1861

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P1861 means

P1861
Fuel ,level - variation between tank levels Chrysler · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Fuel ,level - variation between tank levels circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • fuel tank
  • fuel tank siphon hose
  • fuel gauge tank sensor(s)
  • fuel pump

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1861

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

861

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1861

What does P1861 mean?

Fuel ,level - variation between tank levels. The control module detected a fault associated with the Fuel ,level - variation between tank levels circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chrysler.

Is P1861 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1861 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chrysler. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1861 at file level?

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