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U0169

Lost Communication with Fuel Level Control Module

2007-2012 Nissan Altima 2.5L I4

Low SeverityNetworkGeneric (SAE)

Description

Cannot communicate with the fuel level sender or fuel gauge control module.

Symptoms

  • Fuel gauge not reading
  • Fuel level stuck at one position
  • Low fuel warning inaccurate
  • Range calculator not working

Common Causes

  • Fuel level module failure
  • CAN bus wiring
  • Module power loss
  • Fuel sender failure
  • Fuse blown

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Check fuel gauge module fuse
  2. Test power and ground
  3. Check CAN wiring
  4. Test fuel level sender resistance
  5. Inspect fuel tank wiring connector

Repair Notes

Check fuses and fuel sender. Fuel sender is most common failure point.

Related Codes

U0140Lost Communication with Body Control Module

Other Network Codes

U0169 on Other Vehicles

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1995-1998 1.6L I4 GA16DE

Nissan 200SX SE-R

1995-1998 2.0L I4 SR20DE

Nissan 240SX

1995-1998 2.4L I4 KA24DE

Nissan 300ZX

1990-1996 3.0L V6 VG30DE

Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo

1990-1996 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 VG30DETT

Nissan 350Z

2003-2006 3.5L V6 VQ35DE

Nissan 350Z

2007-2009 3.5L V6 VQ35HR

Nissan 370Z

2009-2020 3.7L V6 VQ37VHR

Common Questions

What does code U0169 mean on a 2007-2012 Nissan Altima?

U0169 stands for "Lost Communication with Fuel Level Control Module". Cannot communicate with the fuel level sender or fuel gauge control module.

What are the symptoms of U0169 on a Nissan Altima?

Common symptoms of U0169 include: Fuel gauge not reading, Fuel level stuck at one position, Low fuel warning inaccurate, Range calculator not working.

What causes U0169 on a 2007-2012 Nissan Altima?

Common causes of U0169 include: Fuel level module failure, CAN bus wiring, Module power loss, Fuel sender failure, Fuse blown.

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