dkim1985

here is how my fuel gauge looks right after i fill up my tank...


is it possible to fix this? it kinda bugs me that it doesn't go all the way up when i fill up my tank..lol. yes, im a little OCD..shut up. lol

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matts13vert

Your resistance values are out of spec.. you may have corrosion in the fuel pump connection, bad ground, or corroded/dirty fuel level sensor.

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dkim1985

ohhh...i was considering getting a new fuel pump anyways. know where i can get a new fuel level sensor..is it called something else? can't seem to find it.

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KiLLeR2001

When you pull out the assembly check out the fuel level sensor. You will see as it moves along a circle, it touches little contact points each representing a gradual spot on the fuel gauge. S13 fuel tank capacity is just under 16 gallons so make sure you're actually at a full tank. You can do this by waiting till you get to the 1/2 way marker, then go fill up to 8 gallons exactly. It should put you right at the full mark maybe even a bit above!

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dkim1985

well..i took this picture literally right after i filled up my tank, sitting in my car, at the gas station...

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KiLLeR2001

I understand but how are you determining when to stop filling your tank? The best way is to do it mathematically, not if the pump handle *clicks* from the back pressure.

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dkim1985

judging how the gauge is off..if i wait til it's halfway and fill up 8 gallons..theres a better chance the gas will overflow..

so why would i do this intentionally..? o_O

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KiLLeR2001

Because you still do not know if its a sensor issue or you not filling up to the appropriate amount. If you start to overflow, stop pumping fuel... It's also important to be sure you are on a level surface.

edit: Look, if you want to be on the safe side. Wait till you are 1/2 tank exactly, fill up 4 gallons and the needle should be pointing directly at the 3/4th mark. There will be a little variation but this is the best way to test its accuracy.

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dkim1985

what would be throwing that off? the fuel level sensor? how much is that part? i can't seem to find it..

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