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Q: Will a nonfunctional fuel sending unit cause a fuel problem?
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What would the problem be on a 2006 Mazda mpv minivan with a fuel gauge that doesnt work?

A bad fuel sending unit, a fault in the circuitry for the fuel sending unit, or possibly a faulty gauge.


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Most of the time, the fuel gauge is not the problem. The problem rests with the sending unit in the fuel tank. To fix it, you must replace the sending unit. This is done in different ways depending on the position of the tank in your particular truck.


Why is the low fuel light on when fuel is full on MB 1981?

The sending unit in the fuel tank is defective,, replace it and fix your problem.


Is there a quick fix for the fuel gauge?

Probably not. In most cases the problem is the sending unit inside the fuel tank.


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The fuel cap has no effect on the fuel gauge and there is no "reset" for this. More than likely the problem is with fuel sending unit in the tank. A less likely cause is incorrect levels of additives in fuel, this can cause the gauge to flucuate erratically.


How do you fix your fuel gauge on your 82 cutlass?

The cause of the faulty fuel gauge is probably the fuel gauge sending unit located inside the fuel tank. Replacing the sending unit would require dropping the fuel tank.


If the dashboard fuel gauge on a 1994 Honda Accord stopped working what could be the problem and how to fix it?

It could be a fuse or the fuel sending unit. On that vehicle the fuel sending unit can be accessed by removing the rear seat.


Can a faulty fuel sending unit cause check engine to come on?

Not that I know of.


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Most likely cause would be a defective/stuck fuel sending unit, which is part of the fuel pump assembly. Lift the rear seat for access to the fuel pump. One other possible cause would be a wiring fault between the fuel pump and instrument cluster.


How do you determen what is causing the erratic fuel gauge 2002 Montana?

Fuel Sending Unit is bad. It is a common problem in these vans!


You just had your fuel sending unit replaced but it's still doing what the old sending unit was doing What could be the problem?

PERHAPS THE PROBLEM LIES SOMEPLACE ELSE. IT MAY BE THE GAUGE ITSELF OR A WIRING PROBLEM.


What would cause a fuel sending unit not to shut off?

Possible bad ECM.