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P01B3

Alternative Fuel Tank A Level Sensor Circuit Intermittent/Erratic

System
Fuel and air metering (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Fuel/Air Metering

What it means

P01B3 means Alternative Fuel Tank A Level Sensor Circuit Intermittent/Erratic.

Where it lives

For P01B3, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P01B3 reports a fault at the sensor.

Check these first

  • A loose alternative fuel tank A level sensor connector
  • Chafed wiring on the level sensor circuit
  • A failing fuel level sensor in tank A
  • A sticky float arm in tank A
  • A poor ground on the level sensor circuit

What to do next

  1. Watch the alternative fuel level reading on a scan tool
  2. Wiggle test the level sensor harness on live data
  3. Inspect the level sensor wiring for chafing
  4. Check the float arm for binding or a stuck float
  5. Replace the alternative fuel tank A level sensor if erratic
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.