OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2A60 Alternative Fuel Tank B Level Sensor Range/Performance
The level signal of alternative fuel tank B does not match plausibility checks against consumption and refuel events. Float stuck or capacitive sensor drift.
Is it safe to drive with P2A60?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyFloat stuck on guide rod
- PossibleSensor characteristic drifted
- Less likelySensor element aged beyond calibration window
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Alt Fuel Tank B Level Sensor, Wiring Harness, Afcm
Related codes
- P01B0Alternative Fuel Tank A Level Sensor Range/Performance
- P2A65Alternative Fuel Tank C Level Sensor Range/Performance
- P2A5DAlternative Fuel Vaporizer C Outlet Temperature Sensor Circuit High
- P2A5EAlternative Fuel Vaporizer C Outlet Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
- P2A5FAlternative Fuel Tank B Level Sensor Circuit
- P2A61Alternative Fuel Tank B Level Sensor Circuit Low
- P2A62Alternative Fuel Tank B Level Sensor Circuit High
- P2A63Alternative Fuel Tank B Level Sensor Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.