OBD Guide

P04C0

Fuel Fill Door Unlock Control Range/Performance

Severity
Low
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$22–111 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The fuel filler flap does not open
  • The fuel filler door is difficult to open
  • The malfunction indicator on the instrument panel is flashing

Causes

  • Malfunction of solenoid or lock motor
  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Mechanical jamming of the lock
  • Problems with the control unit (ECU)

How to Fix

  1. Check the mechanical part of the lock (whether the hatch opens manually)
  2. Check the integrity of the wiring harness and connectors
  3. Check the operation of the solenoid or motor
  4. If necessary, replace faulty components
  5. Reset the error with an OBD-II scanner

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