Fuel Levels Erratic
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Fuel Levels Erratic
Just wondering if any of you gentleman had the problem I'm having with my 99.5. My fuel gauge indicates a full tank on one startup then 1/4 tank the next. It's not that erratic, just once in a while. This happened years ago when the truck was newer and was fixed at the stealership under warranty. Would anyone know whats going on.
Joe
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I have it off when filling. It acts up anywhere. I dont trust what it's telling me any more. Once it's running it stays where it was at, until I shut it off, then who knows what it will show the next time.
Last edited by J.D; Mar 10, 2007 at 06:12 PM.
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Check the harness connector above the fuel tank and make sure there is no corrosion It should be in the middle of the tank toward the framerail you should be able to reach it without dropping the tank.
The gauges reads resistance from the sending unit in the tank so any connector issues could throw off the gauge
The gauges reads resistance from the sending unit in the tank so any connector issues could throw off the gauge
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I am dreading removing the tank and replacing all the whatevers inside. I'll check the connections.
The last time, under warranty THEY SAID the whatevers cost $525.00. If It's the connectors it would make my day. Thanks
The last time, under warranty THEY SAID the whatevers cost $525.00. If It's the connectors it would make my day. Thanks
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525 sound like they replaced the sending unit in the tank.
Dropping the tank is not that bad, skid plate 2 straps and lower I did it by myself with a floor jack but would recommend a helper to make it easier.
Dropping the tank is not that bad, skid plate 2 straps and lower I did it by myself with a floor jack but would recommend a helper to make it easier.
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Whats the chances of it taking a dive again? Haven't heard much about them here. Have any idea, if all else fail, how much it costs, if it's the sending unit. Taking a long trip in a few weeks and dont want any incidents.
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Dont have to many issues on here with them.
Check here for the best prices on OEM parts http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...?siteid=214072
If you cant find it give Ed a call from the contact us page. He's helped several of us out before.
Check here for the best prices on OEM parts http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...?siteid=214072
If you cant find it give Ed a call from the contact us page. He's helped several of us out before.
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