I have a 03 F250 CC Lariat 6.0. The last two times I have fueled it the fuel gauge only comes up about 1/4 to 1/2. The first time I shut the ignition off and restarted and nothing changed. After several stops and starts it was ok and I didn't think anymore about it until today. I refueled today with $95.00 of fuel and it is showing somewhere between a 1/4 and 1/2. I have tried several stops and starts and of right now still the same place. Has anyone else had this problem and if so what did it take to fix it. All help will be appreciated.
Thanks,
Dale

 

TSB
06-5-10 MIL ON WITH DTC P0460 - 6.0L

Publication Date: March 3, 2006

FORD: 2005 Excursion
2005-2006 F-Super Duty



This article supersedes TSB 05-26-15 to update the vehicle model years.

ISSUE:
Some 2005 Excursion and 2005-2006 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0460 (Fuel Level Sensor A circuit).

ACTION:
P0460 can be caused by several factors. Follow the Service Procedure to determine the correct repair.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

P0460 can be caused by the installation of aftermarket equipment such as remote starter systems and auxiliary fuel tanks.
Ford offers a remote starter system which is recommended. If the vehicle has an aftermarket remote starter system, it would need to be removed/disabled before diagnostics for P0460 can be started.
Auxiliary fuel tanks that continuously replenish the vehicles main tank will cause a P0460. Customers that replenish the vehicles fuel tank from the auxiliary fuel tank while the key is on and engine is running, can set P0460. For vehicles with an auxiliary fuel tank, it is recommended not to use the gravity/continuous fill style auxiliary fuel tanks. It is recommended to add fuel to the vehicles main tank with the key off.
NOTE: P0460 CAUSED BY AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT/VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.



If there is no aftermarket equipment installed causing the P0460, perform PC/ED Pinpoint test QH and Workshop Manual, Section 413-01 Pinpoint test B as directed. If no issues are identified per the procedure, reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) to the latest calibration using WDS release B41.11 and higher or B42.1 and higher. This new calibration is not included in the B42 CD. This calibration contains a revised strategy to eliminate the occurrence of a false P0460. Calibration files may also be obtained at MOTORCRAFT® PARTS FOR FORD, LINCOLN OR MERCURY VEHICLES.

WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage And Emissions Warranty Coverage

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
060510A 2005-2006 F-Super Duty, 2005 Excursion 6.0L: Check For Diagnostic Trouble Codes And Reprogram The Powertrain Control Module (Do Not Use With 12650D, 12650D84) 0.7 Hr.
MT060510 Claim Additional Labor Required As Actual Time Or Use SLTS Operation If Available Actual Time

DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE
RECALEM 04

Not sure if this helps. My fuel gauge went wacky and dealer said to fill up with fresh fuel from chevron and add chevron additive to correct the problem.

 

I had the exact same problem with my 03 last year. The dealership had to replace the dash cluster. The truck had 49,158 miles on it. They used 3C3Z-10849-CA as the replacement part according to my paperwork.

Good results after they replaced the cluster...no more false readings.

Joe