Fluctuating Fuel Level Reading Issues
08-08-2007, 05:48 AM
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Fluctuating Fuel Level Reading Issues
I have seen where a few guys are having gas gauge problems. I have had the same thing for a while now.
Let me start with the fuel tank sending unit (ENTIRE assembly including fuel pump and fuel gauge sender) was replaced by Ford under warranty 3 months ago.....there's the set-up.
It will mostly act up when I first start it or fill it up with fuel.....the gauge itself will read very low and the Distance To Empty will then reflect whatever the gauge is telling it. For instance this morning, knowing I had over a half a tank of fuel, when I started the car, the gauge only went to about 1/8th of a tank and I got the low fuel "beep" which read "36 MILES TO EMPTY."
Typically, if I slam on the brakes while going slowly to "slosh" the fuel around in the tank, the gauge will (typically) immediately correct itself and show the correct level. The DTE display takes a while to then adjust itself to the proper distance to empty.
Anyone STILL having this problem after having the sending unit replaced? It's a tad bit annoying, to say the least.
Let me start with the fuel tank sending unit (ENTIRE assembly including fuel pump and fuel gauge sender) was replaced by Ford under warranty 3 months ago.....there's the set-up.
It will mostly act up when I first start it or fill it up with fuel.....the gauge itself will read very low and the Distance To Empty will then reflect whatever the gauge is telling it. For instance this morning, knowing I had over a half a tank of fuel, when I started the car, the gauge only went to about 1/8th of a tank and I got the low fuel "beep" which read "36 MILES TO EMPTY."
Typically, if I slam on the brakes while going slowly to "slosh" the fuel around in the tank, the gauge will (typically) immediately correct itself and show the correct level. The DTE display takes a while to then adjust itself to the proper distance to empty.
Anyone STILL having this problem after having the sending unit replaced? It's a tad bit annoying, to say the least.
08-08-2007, 04:02 PM
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RE: Fluctuating Fuel Level Reading Issues
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I have seen where a few guys are having gas gauge problems. I have had the same thing for a while now.
Let me start with the fuel tank sending unit (ENTIRE assembly including fuel pump and fuel gauge sender) was replaced by Ford under warranty 3 months ago.....there's the set-up.
It will mostly act up when I first start it or fill it up with fuel.....the gauge itself will read very low and the Distance To Empty will then reflect whatever the gauge is telling it. For instance this morning, knowing I had over a half a tank of fuel, when I started the car, the gauge only went to about 1/8th of a tank and I got the low fuel "beep" which read "36 MILES TO EMPTY."
Typically, if I slam on the brakes while going slowly to "slosh" the fuel around in the tank, the gauge will (typically) immediately correct itself and show the correct level. The DTE display takes a while to then adjust itself to the proper distance to empty.
Anyone STILL having this problem after having the sending unit replaced? It's a tad bit annoying, to say the least.
I have seen where a few guys are having gas gauge problems. I have had the same thing for a while now.
Let me start with the fuel tank sending unit (ENTIRE assembly including fuel pump and fuel gauge sender) was replaced by Ford under warranty 3 months ago.....there's the set-up.
It will mostly act up when I first start it or fill it up with fuel.....the gauge itself will read very low and the Distance To Empty will then reflect whatever the gauge is telling it. For instance this morning, knowing I had over a half a tank of fuel, when I started the car, the gauge only went to about 1/8th of a tank and I got the low fuel "beep" which read "36 MILES TO EMPTY."
Typically, if I slam on the brakes while going slowly to "slosh" the fuel around in the tank, the gauge will (typically) immediately correct itself and show the correct level. The DTE display takes a while to then adjust itself to the proper distance to empty.
Anyone STILL having this problem after having the sending unit replaced? It's a tad bit annoying, to say the least.
Second, Engine running or off when filling?
Third. Parking brake set or released?
There are 3 or 4 modes to the fuel level system.
One is anti-slosh mode.
Need more details to diagnose the problem.
08-08-2007, 05:20 PM
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RE: Fluctuating Fuel Level Reading Issues
ORIGINAL: zx9rpilot
I have seen where a few guys are having gas gauge problems. I have had the same thing for a while now.
Let me start with the fuel tank sending unit (ENTIRE assembly including fuel pump and fuel gauge sender) was replaced by Ford under warranty 3 months ago.....there's the set-up.
It will mostly act up when I first start it or fill it up with fuel.....the gauge itself will read very low and the Distance To Empty will then reflect whatever the gauge is telling it. For instance this morning, knowing I had over a half a tank of fuel, when I started the car, the gauge only went to about 1/8th of a tank and I got the low fuel "beep" which read "36 MILES TO EMPTY."
Typically, if I slam on the brakes while going slowly to "slosh" the fuel around in the tank, the gauge will (typically) immediately correct itself and show the correct level. The DTE display takes a while to then adjust itself to the proper distance to empty.
Anyone STILL having this problem after having the sending unit replaced? It's a tad bit annoying, to say the least.
I have seen where a few guys are having gas gauge problems. I have had the same thing for a while now.
Let me start with the fuel tank sending unit (ENTIRE assembly including fuel pump and fuel gauge sender) was replaced by Ford under warranty 3 months ago.....there's the set-up.
It will mostly act up when I first start it or fill it up with fuel.....the gauge itself will read very low and the Distance To Empty will then reflect whatever the gauge is telling it. For instance this morning, knowing I had over a half a tank of fuel, when I started the car, the gauge only went to about 1/8th of a tank and I got the low fuel "beep" which read "36 MILES TO EMPTY."
Typically, if I slam on the brakes while going slowly to "slosh" the fuel around in the tank, the gauge will (typically) immediately correct itself and show the correct level. The DTE display takes a while to then adjust itself to the proper distance to empty.
Anyone STILL having this problem after having the sending unit replaced? It's a tad bit annoying, to say the least.
I am sorry to hear your having the same problem as I, but glad to hear I am not the only one. I have had all the same chit replaced, had the car in more than four times for this same issue, and continue to experience the same issues, not as much, but it is still occuring. I wish I had an answer for you, but I too am looking for an answer. Mine hasn't occured anytime recently, but once it does back to the dealer it goes. Keep me posted if you find the cure as I will do the same.
08-09-2007, 06:21 AM
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RE: Fluctuating Fuel Level Reading Issues
1. M/T
2.Engine running or off when filling, doesn't matter
3.Parking brake set or released, doesn't matter
It happens while driving, at idle and with key turned to acc. without engine running.
2.Engine running or off when filling, doesn't matter
3.Parking brake set or released, doesn't matter
It happens while driving, at idle and with key turned to acc. without engine running.
08-09-2007, 06:37 AM
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RE: Fluctuating Fuel Level Reading Issues
I've been having the same issue since I bought my car last year. It only happens when I leave the car parked outside of the garage on a very hot day, and it always corrects itself after a minute or so of driving, so I just haven't bothered with it. If it's still doing it when my warranty is nearing completion, then I'll pull my CAI out and take it to get fixed, but I still have a year and a half on the warranty and it doesn't really bother me.
08-10-2007, 11:35 AM
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RE: Fluctuating Fuel Level Reading Issues
ORIGINAL: zx9rpilot
1. M/T
2.Engine running or off when filling, doesn't matter
3.Parking brake set or released, doesn't matter
It happens while driving, at idle and with key turned to acc. without engine running.
1. M/T
2.Engine running or off when filling, doesn't matter
3.Parking brake set or released, doesn't matter
It happens while driving, at idle and with key turned to acc. without engine running.
s%!t gas we get nowdays. There are previous posts on
the subject. The stealership will advise you what additive
to purchase.
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