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P2068

Fuel Level Sensor B Circuit High

Fuel level sensing Generic OBD-II Low

What it means

P2068 means the PCM sees a too-high voltage on the "B" fuel level sensor circuit, usually from an open or short-to-power. This sensor is one of the tank sending units that feed the fuel gauge. The fault makes the gauge inaccurate but does not affect how the engine runs — there is no no-start risk. Watch your actual mileage so you don't run out of fuel.

Low

Can I keep driving? Safe to drive — the engine runs fine; the main risk is an inaccurate fuel gauge, so don't rely on it to avoid running out.

Real-world scan data

Seen in
78
scans in the past year
Found in
<0.1%
of scans
<0.1%
of scans that found faults

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Common symptoms

What you'll notice

Common causes

Most likely first

  1. Fuel level sensor B circuit shorted to power or open
  2. Faulty fuel level sensor B (sending unit) in the tank
  3. Corroded or loose connector at the sensor or fuel pump module
  4. Faulty instrument cluster / combination meter

How to diagnose & fix

Work through it in order

  1. Read freeze-frame data and inspect the fuel level sensor wiring and connector for opens or shorts.
  2. Check the sensor's signal voltage against tank level; a persistently high reading points to an open or short-to-power.
  3. Repair damaged wiring or a corroded connector at the pump module.
  4. Replace the fuel level sensor / sending unit if it reads out of range.
  5. If the sensor and wiring are good, have the instrument cluster checked. Clear and re-test.

FAQ

Quick answers

Is it safe to drive with P2068?+
Yes — the engine runs normally. The catch is you can't trust the fuel gauge, so track your mileage to avoid running out of fuel.
Can I just clear P2068?+
It returns until the sensor or wiring is repaired; clearing only confirms a completed fix.

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