In most cases it is the sending unit in the fuel tank that is faulty. Disconnect the wire at the fuel tank and ground that wire, turn the key on and see if the fuel gauge goes to the full mark. If it does the sending unit has failed. The float is also known to fail and sink to the bottom.
Yes, you can reset the gas gauge on a 2002 Pontiac Aztec by disconnecting the vehicle's battery. Simply remove the negative terminal for about 10-15 minutes to reset the electrical system, which may help recalibrate the gauge. After reconnecting the battery, start the vehicle and check if the gas gauge is functioning properly. If problems persist, it may indicate a faulty fuel level sender or gauge that needs further inspection.
it might be a fuse
drop the gas tank and change the sending unit
To fix the gas gauge on the 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix SE, the steps will vary depending on the problem. First, check the fuses for the instrument panel to see if they are all working. Next, check the float in the gas tank to see if that is bent or damaged. The fuses and float can be replaced if necessary.
sending unit
Bad connection, blown fuse, or the float in the tank is stuck.
For the fuel gauge? In the gas tank on the fuel pump.
In a 2002 Pontiac Aztek, the fuse that controls the gas gauge and speedometer is typically the "Instrument Panel" fuse. This fuse is located in the fuse box, which is usually found under the dashboard on the driver's side. If either the gas gauge or speedometer is not functioning properly, checking this fuse is a good first step in troubleshooting the issue. Always refer to the owner’s manual for the exact fuse layout and specifications.
Start with the fuses, then go to the more complex problems
sounds like the fuel sensor inthe fuel tank which means removing tank to replace
It is supposed to mean that you are low on gas. But I have a '91 Transport also and it stays on all the time, even after I put gas into the tank.
The float that tells your gauge how much gas you have may be stuck or there is a problem with the system that sends that information to the gauge.