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Old Aug 19, 2010 | 03:48 PM
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Low fuel issues...

So, I'm driving down the road, 3/4 tank of gas....and all of a sudden I hear a beep and it shows low fuel in my display, even the gauge drops to passed the E symbol. Few days later, it comes back up. Few days later it does it again, and then comes back up. Anyone know the cause?

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Old Aug 19, 2010 | 07:49 PM
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Could be an issue with the gauge itself or the wiring to it could have a short in it. Start by checking out the wiring to see if there is a loose connection someplace or a wire that is starting to smolder and burn through. Other then that I am not sure what else to tell you.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2010 | 09:17 AM
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Thanks for the advice! Wiring? From the gauge? I was thinking there might be some kind of sensor somewhere, maybe around or near the fuel filter?
 
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Bump ttt thanks
 
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Gauge issue

Sounds like you have a loose or broken ground on your fuel gauge sending unit. Seen that on another brand of vehicle, but very similar symptoms.
 
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