OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2A61 Alternative Fuel Tank B Level Sensor Circuit Low
Voltage on the level sensor signal line of alternative fuel tank B is below the expected window. Wire shorted to ground or sensor short.
Is it safe to drive with P2A61?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySignal wire shorted to ground
- PossibleInternal sensor short
- Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
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
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- P2A5FAlternative Fuel Tank B Level Sensor Circuit
- P2A60Alternative Fuel Tank B Level Sensor Range/Performance
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- P2A63Alternative Fuel Tank B Level Sensor Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
- P2A64Alternative Fuel Tank C Level Sensor Circuit
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.