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P0183 Nissan Code - Fuel Temperature Sensor Circuit High Input

Quick Answer

The fuel tank temperature sensor is used to detect the fuel temperature inside the fuel tank. Common causes include Faulty Fuel Temperature Sensor, Fuel Temperature Sensor harness is open or shorted, Fuel Temperature Sensor circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means
P0183 Nissan indicates Fuel Temperature Sensor Circuit High Input.
Common causes
Common causes include Faulty Fuel Temperature Sensor, Fuel Temperature Sensor harness is open or shorted, Fuel Temperature Sensor circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity
High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?
Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.
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Code Popularity 95,995
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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Jun 14, 2020
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Code P0183 Nissan Description

The fuel tank temperature sensor is used to detect the fuel temperature inside the fuel tank. The sensor modifies a voltage signal from the ECM. The modified signal returns to the ECM as the fuel temperature input. The sensor uses a thermistor which is sensitive to the change in temperature. The electrical resistance of the thermistor decreases as temperature increases..
OBDII Code P0183 Nissan - Fuel Temperature Sensor Circuit High Input - AutoCodes.com
P0183 Nissan Code - Fuel Temperature Sensor Circuit High Input

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0183 Nissan?

  • Faulty Fuel Temperature Sensor
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor harness is open or shorted
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P0183 Nissan?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0183 Nissan code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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Frequently Asked Questions about P0183 Nissan Code

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Discuss the causes and fixes for P0183 Nissan OBDII Code

  • Β I replaced whole fuel pump (built in Fuel temp sensor) . Plus i replaced mass airflow sensor for trouble codeΒ  P0113, but both code still showing up, after trip that code i can drive as long my van (like 100 miles) with out code but just one time if i turn off engine and start again codes come back again .

  • What model and year is your Nissan?

  • where is the fuel temp sensor located on a 2004 Nissan Titan?

  • Inside the fuel tank. The fuel temperature sensor is part of the fuel level sender unit.

  • Could you please tell me where is FTT sensor on Nissan Sunny 1.6 2008

  • Unfortunately I don't have an image for your model year, but usually the sensor is inside the fuel tank, attached to the fuel sender unit.

  • Where is the fuel temp sensor located on a 2011 Nissan NV200 1.5 ?

  • where is the fuel temp sensor on a 2017 Nissan Titan SV, 5.6l gas

  • The Fuel Temperature Sensor is attached to the Fuel Sending Unit inside the fuel tank.

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