OBD Guide

P238C

Water in Fuel Sensor B Circuit Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine operation
  • Difficulty starting the engine

Causes

  • Water in fuel sensor malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Problems with the engine control unit (ECU)
  • Presence of water in the fuel tank

How to Fix

  1. Check for water in the fuel tank
  2. Inspect the sensor wiring and connectors
  3. Check sensor resistance
  4. Replace the water in fuel sensor if necessary
  5. Clean the fuel system from water

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