P0181low severityPowertrain
Fuel Temperature Sensor A Range/Performance
on 2000 BMW 540iT E39 4.4L V8 · RWD
What this code means
The fuel temperature sensor reading is out of expected range.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Incorrect fuel calculations
Common causes
- Sensor in wrong location
- Faulty sensor
Diagnostic steps
- Compare reading to expected temp
- Test sensor
Repair notes
Replace sensor.
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