Fuel gauge not working properly?

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Fuel gauge not working properly?

Post by Doone » Thu Dec 22, 2011 12:56 am

A mis-reading fuel gauge is a fairly frequent problem, often due to a faulty earth on the fuel tank.
In the members area ON THIS LINK there is a factsheet that advises on where it's located, what the problem might be, and how to fix it.
More advice can be found by clicking on the links below.
Where is the fuel tank hatch and fuel breather pipe? (+ photos): CLICK HERE
Simple earthing point fix on the fuel tank CLICK HERE
One way to test and fix the fuel gauge and sender (+ photos.) CLICK HERE
Another way to test and fix the fuel gauge and sender (+ photos.) CLICK HERE
How to test the fuel sender inside the fuel tank (+ diagrams) CLICK HERE
General 'fuel sender unit' posts CLICK HERE
General 'fuel gauge fault' posts CLICK HERE
If this doesn't solve the problem, CLICK HERE to 'search' on the Techie forum
If that fails, you can CLICK HERE to ask for help on the Techie forum.
Allan's closed. We recommend PGS (Plymouth Garage Services) or Mayflower Auto Services in Plymouth.
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