OBD Guide

P04B8

Fuel Fill Door Position Sensor/Switch Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$22–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Error when checking the tightness of the EVAP system
  • Possible problems with fuel refueling

Causes

  • Cover position sensor/switch malfunction
  • Open or shorted wiring harness
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Mechanical damage to the fuel tank cap
  • Problems with the engine control unit

How to Fix

  1. Visual inspection of the fuel tank cap and sensor
  2. Checking the integrity of the wiring harness and contacts
  3. Testing the sensor with a multimeter
  4. Replacing a faulty sensor or cover
  5. Clearing error codes and checking the system

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