P0177low severityPowertrain
Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
on 1999 BMW 540iT E39 4.4L V8 · RWD
What this code means
The fuel composition sensor reading is outside expected range.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Incorrect fueling
Common causes
- Contaminated sensor
- Sensor calibration issue
- Mixed fuel types
Diagnostic steps
- Compare sensor reading to known fuel type
- Test sensor output range
Repair notes
Replace sensor.
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