P1250low severityPowertrain
Fuel Level Too Low
on 1999 Volkswagen Pointer 1.8L I4 · FWD
What this code means
The ECU detected that the fuel level is critically low. Running the fuel system with very low fuel can cause fuel pump overheating, air ingestion, and lean running conditions.
Symptoms
- Fuel warning light on
- Check Engine Light
- Possible engine stumble
Common causes
- Fuel level genuinely low
- Faulty fuel level sensor
- Wiring issue to fuel level sensor
- Fuel gauge malfunction
Diagnostic steps
- Check actual fuel level visually
- Test fuel level sensor resistance
- Inspect wiring to fuel tank
- Check fuel gauge operation
Repair notes
Refuel the vehicle; if code persists with adequate fuel, replace the fuel level sensor.
Other Powertrain codes on this vehicle
P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0011
Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
P0012
Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0013
Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0014
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
P0015
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1