Fuel Gauge Not Working This is Why Gas is Showing Full or Empty

[@buttercatz99]

Thank you so much. I have a 96' MB s420. Pulled this out, cleaned it (I used carb cleaner and a clean rag), wd40 the arm, inspected wires and put it back in. Magic! Saves me cash.

[@michaelholder2113]

What a straight to the point video. And how to fix it. Every good sir.

[@tannernelson619]

Fantastic video, I wish there was more out there like this. Some info just takes so long to get but your straight to the point.

[@jorgeespinoza8934]

Thanks bro ..I fixed mines with this video I appreciate u taking the time to make this video..

[@prince65898]

How did you get it fix bro?

[@shaneross7428]

Awesome information. My 2015 ford f250 guage stopped working and went to empty. Maybe like you said, the float came off or the connectors need cleaned. That beats a whole new sending unit 😊 Thank you. You look fillipino. I'm going to the Phillipines for a 9 week vacation in leaving tomorrow. Phillipines people are best.

[@firebird7479]

This is what happened to me: In February, my alternator died on me. As the mechanic made his Dx, he also said there was a fuel leak and suggested replacing the fuel pump assembly. At that time, I was getting a reading on my fuel gauge of around 170 miles to a 1/2 tank of gas -- normally I get appx. 190-200 miles on a 1/2 tank of gas, roughly 32-34 MPG. When the assembly was replaced, I thought that problem would be corrected. HOWEVER --- NOW, the gauge reads appx. 140-160 miles at the 1/2 tank mark. Everything looks good at the 1/4 tank mark, usually 100-120 miles on the gauge. But then, the needle just plummets at that point. Today I filled up my tank with the gauge reading 159 miles at the 1/2 tank mark and the tank took just under 5 gallons. For the last two months I thought I was getting bad gas, so I switched stations. I also replaced my gas cap to see if that might help. Neither of these things were the issue. I don't know how my mechanic missed this, or if this was deliberate to get me to come in again. After all, it's $135 just to do the diagnosis, then $135/hour for the labor.

[@michaelkamuri5483]

Ok,thanks 4ua wonderful,explanation are a Japanese,Iam a Kenyan by nationality ..hope u the best....

[@danbryda3849]

Great video, just picked up a used Nissan rogue, 2017, and this looks to be occurring so I’m just going by the digital readout for now and let the dealership know

[@ghostrider13bg]

I have the same problem. I ran out of fuel 2 times before I figured out my float is broken. Tipp: if you don't want to fix it, you can drive and use board computer numbers for fuel consumption. I watch out for used fuel and when I spend more than 20 liters, I fill it up.

[@jeandemers5859]

Great job & so professional, thanks for all your help.

[@robertvanruyssevelt7159]

Excellent video. On the Nissan there may be two ports - one for the pump and another for the sender unit. Cleaning the sender unit is key like he shows.

[@Marc-zp6uq]

Excellent video. My reading will read full and drop a quarter tank intermittently.

[@carlosmuler4773]

Very interesting and helpful information. Which is the procedure to bench test the fuel gauge? Thanks.

[@Top5AutoRepairs]

I'll make a video in the future when I get the chance. Thank you for watching.

[@Alex-ip6nd]

When it is connection issue so, what does gage show generally? Empty, full or it depends?

[@edwardojr2838]

Thanks for the video mang, nice to see you back at it again

[@Boddav]

Thank you. A Buddy told me that a malfunctioning fuel gage could be caused by a damaged gas cap which would not allow an accurate pressure or vacuum reading of a fuel tank. A possible theory but as you said the problem would be in the sending unit.

[@gustavozar5365]

Never in a million years would a guage be faulty because of the tank cap. No matter what fancy words he can use to explain his myth, NEVER! The guage reads "liquid," even if the tank is to be filled up of water, a workin guage would give you a reading, an accurate one too of how much is in there.

[@ssalamri7302]

lots of information easy to understand thinks for the help 👍

[@MrOldclunker]

Thanks. This problem has been driving me nuts.

[@Top5AutoRepairs]

👍

[@timadair6895]

I changed my fuel pump but the fuel gauge still shows empty what else could it be???

[@gustavozar5365]

​@@timadair6895Could be the connector or your cluster.

[@roderickchand1037]

The best explanation I've seen keep it up bro appreciate your awesome work

[@lennardsmith5519]

Helpful video. Do you know where mine is located so I can get it out of the vehicle? I have a Chevy impala 2010

[@JhayTheGod]

Mine shows a full tank when it’s full which is good , my problem is the mileage , it shows only like 130 miles when full tank. I have a 2016 Chrysler 200 S. Any fix ?

[@PappyNet01]

Thanks, now I know why I have often been told by auto shop mechanics that it isn't worth repairing due to the age of my parent's 1997 Monte Carlo LS: the fuel gauge has been dysfunctional for a very long, long time. I drive the car more than my parents and I do the same as my Father - when the mileage-wheel gets to 250 miles buy more gas. I wish there was a easier repair option! I was hoping I could find some kind of wireless float that I could toss into the fuel tank and it sends a signal to a USB plug-in receiver in the lighter?

[@packrat9433]

Putting after market electronics around gasoline vapors is not something I would do. A tank of gasoline will leave a huge crater when it sparks. I don't think there would be any survivors.

[@mni_7]

I don't know whether this is the issue with my mustang (or if it just started consuming more fuel) but just yesterday, i drove for 25 miles (at an average of 10.9mpg) and my guage went from 230 miles to empty to 173 (57miles worth of fuel consumed). Apart from this, it gives me inconsistent fuel rading a times (if i was to add say 10 litres, it might give me either 40 miles or 25 miles) also, i seem to consume more fuel when the fuel in my tank is above 50 miles to empty, but when its around 50 it tends to behave the way its supposed to. Also switching the car on and off can result to either losing a mile, or gaining 10 miles.

[@matthewmenard3014]

I'm working on a DitchWitch 100 and at first the gauge was not working but now it is. (Recalibrated). I thought the sending unit was bad because I adjusted float and never moved. I tried another one same thing. But when I kill the key and turn back on. Its at the right level. My question is does the level move as fast as the float does or does it send a signal like every ten minutes to check fuel level.

[@le0jazz]

Hopefully cleaning the unit will help me with my problem. Thanks man.

[@mattfarley6068]

I have a 2006 Toyota Yaris it first started running out when I would have two bars on the dash its digital so I have to put fuel in before it got down to two bars and then it went up to three bars it would run out 10 months later it was four bars it would run out and right now my mother just broke down and it was on five bars and it's out of gas It's All Digital so should this be the same problem

[@timothyokwii7235]

Well elaborated. Thank you.

[@rrm6583]

EXCELLENT video directly to the point ¡¡¡¡

[@mtrefethen1]

Yea! Your back!

[@snaphommie]

Thanks bro, you've really saved me

[@mtwata]

Ugh mine marks half tank when it's full. So I never know when it's actually empty hahaha

[@chihuas1444]

Same

[@ambgunna9789]

Same

[@TiizNTech]

Same here

[@mtwata]

lol if anyone finds the problem, let the others know here. It may be the sender but who knows

[@lordgradi9525]

I have the same issue, and later today I plan on putting a fuel additive into my gas tank with the idea that it will clean any contamination around the fuel pump and prevent any more inaccurate readings from arising. If this method resolves my issue, I will make a follow up comment that includes the additive I used.

[@russcatt5952]

I replaced my battery on my 2011 mustang gt. Now the digital gas mileage is off. Its giving me more mileage of about 22 miles now. Where it should say 35 miles to E, It says something like 57 miles to E. I've filled it up about 3 times already and it hasn't gotten back to normal. What should I consider doing now?

[@ricky1duval818]

Thank you so much! Was going to put a new pump in because same price as sensor!

[@haseebhassan3188]

Currently facing an issue with sudden drop on oil needle gauge while accelerating. My car Lancer Cedia 4g18-CS3A. Converted to CNG due to high fuel consumption. Basically the car starts with oil and convert to gas automatically few minutes after heat up. While driving on 3000 to 4000 rpm there is sudden slight drop of oil gauge needle which can be notice with bare eyes. It becomes normal after park the car for a while. Tried to rev up while the car in parking mood to see if there any drops or not. But it seems happen only when the car is running. First time mechanic suspected faulty fuel pump. After checking his feedback was there is no issue with fuel pump. Any suggestion would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

[@twigsfloat2773]

That was super helpful, thank you!

[@jasonwagner9575]

Great recommendation for repair.

[@Darin-j3w]

The work is getting that whole unit out of the tank. Also as long as there is fuel the fuel will still travel to the engine right? You just have to keep track of the odometer right?

[@itzfunkybeatz1307]

My keeps going up and down and not stable . Is it the same issue ,should I clean it.

[@SAMM_110]

Nice work. I’m facing the same issue in my Mark X 2008. Now get your point to resolve the issue. Thank you so much

[@josephj40]

Great job. No comment really needed😂

[@nydrell1969]

All good tips bro 👍

[@CarbonGlassMan]

I changed the fuel pump in a 2004 Dodge Dakota and now the gauge goes up and down, but is never accurate. Sometimes when the tank in near empty it says full or half a tank and sometimes when it's full is says empty or half tank or whatever. I just got a 2005 Chevy Colorado and it's fuel gauge said full when I bought it. Then I noticed it said 1/2 a tank after only a few miles, so I took it to the gas station and it took 18 gallons of gas, so it's fuel gauge doesn't work either because it was near empty.

[@JosephButalon-ze5dx]

Thank you for the tips😊

[@eyesky6809]

Great info. Now how do I get that thing out! 😂

[@Furfur-rj2tw]

Nice video, if a small part of the float chipped could it make it sink and keep the gauge at empty? , Or is it not like a sponge ? , Thanks!

[@thsihsav1]

Thank you! You’ve been very helpful!

[@ababner317]

My gauge would only go up to 3/4 full and would go down from there when I filled up my tank. Made us nervous not knowing for sure what gas we had so I replaced only the fuel sending unit for our 2002 Camry Denso 955-0105. So far the issue seems to be fixed.

[@Skyfall-pf6qi]

Thank you

[@augustinejoseph1165]

Very helpful. Thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@presendez27]

Can you use a fuel cleaner or injector cleaner to help with this problem? I have a 30+ gal tank and don't feel like waiting to pull down this beast of a tank. Lol

[@liberty9348]

Thanks for the information. Mine doesn't fit into any of those descriptions. Wondering if you can suggest the problem. I have an '08 Prius. When I fill up (because the electronic gauge reads 1 or 0 bars) I can only put in about 6 gallons. The tank holds 11.9 gallons. I drive until the gauge is back to 1 or 0 and when I fill up, again I can only put 6 gallons in. To test IF there is still fuel in the tank, I brought 1 gallon gas can with me. When the gauge hit 0, I started keeping track of how many miles I CAN drive while the gauge is at 0. I can go another 150 miles "on empty". Then when I fill up, I put in the whole 11 or so gallons. So it seems that when the tank is actually HALF FULL, it's reading empty. So it's not stuck on empty because it reads full after I fill up. And there is clearly more fuel in the tank when it is reading empty because I can continue to drive for many miles that way. It's like the calibration is off or something. Please advise. Thanks.

[@valueape888]

Gen 2s have a flexible fuel bladder that apparently shrinks over time. A class action suit was brought against toyota for this but it was dismissed because "poor design is not the same as a defect in materials (?)." I know because i just bought a used one and found out fast that it only takes 6 gals. however, your +150 miles makes me wonder. I'm still searching for answers.

[@liberty9348]

@@valueape888 My problem was a sensor and float/mechanical issue. Now it’s reading correctly. Seems my prius didn’t suffer from a shrunk bladder. Ty for info, gonna see if I can prevent the shrinkage or swap it out.

[@none8901]

Excellent explanstion.

[@Justnkase1-iz8pf]

I'm taking my Mechanic to Court to get back my money on this job and take it to another mechanic, an expert who is expensive but I won't have that same problem or bill. Get your BENZE in A1 status, the c240 Benz is a damn great car.❤💰🛑

[@bhudzboy1151]

hi i have a question i have honda civic 2007 the fuel gauge stocked on empty after the mechanic clean the fuel tank. is there any way i can troubleshot the issue? appreciate your response.

[@Top5AutoRepairs]

The float is probably stuck or missing. Remove the fuel pump and check for stuck position.

[@martinalbert5653]

What is it if the gauge reads but only goes up 3/4 full even if the fuel tank is completely full? The gauge moves but will not go above 3/4 full. After this it will eventually drop back down to empty when the gas level drops but will not go above 3/4 full. Could this still be a problem with the fuel sender unit or the gauge cluster in the dash board?

[@joseflores199506]

Thanks bro grate video it helps me alot

[@Tallokensol]

Will this be resolved replacing the fuel pump?

[@robertvanruyssevelt7159]

Some cars have separate fuel pump and sender unit so not necessarily.

[@melvinchamberlin823]

I got a question sir maybe you help me out I got a 05 Tacoma well Toyota Tacoma and I replaced my fuel pump I have my nephew do it and before that the game schedule is reading empty and then you feel it put gas in it goes up and goes all the way up now now don't go all the way full mark and I replace the fuel pump it's a brand new fuel pump and how if it is the gas gauge how can you fix it because I ain't got money replaced the whole thing because I know you have replaced the whole Costco or how can you check it see if someone's calls in that problem please let me know or have a video to send me okay thank you sir have a good day

[@florenbaron7111]

My code is P0463 so how can it be the fuel guage? The pump works fine but the guage shows empty with low fuel light. Please help. I already replaced the fuel pump module and I don't see any damaged wires.

[@heiditheone]

How much this service should cost if i want to change it

[@Top5AutoRepairs]

Hello. It's the labor price of a fuel pump.

[@bramabull111]

I have maybe a dumb question but the answer could save me alot of money and headache... Can a car shut off while driving if the electronics THINK it's out of gas? Like, can a faulty fuel guage cause a car to shut down? Or does a car have to physically run out of gas to shut off

[@gustavozar5365]

It keeps on runnin until outa gas. Whatever part gives a faulty reading, "is what needs to be replaced," but the part can't shut the car down.

[@mahmoudhawli3235]

Thx for your information ❤❤❤❤

[@OFFICIALAZURITEKING]

While the Tacometer will be a tight space to disassemble it would still be easier to get out than a fuel pump. I got a 2013 CTS. I'm trying to figure out what could be the culprit. Today, I just filled up from halfway empty and start the car. The fuel gauge oly move on initial start up. I started driving. Then, I noticed the fuel gauge showed what it was supposed to be.

[@vongsakra253919]

It just happens to me a week now. Trying to find out first before going to mechanic nearby. Thank for explanation.

[@i_read_bad_reviews]

What was it?

[@vongsakra253919]

@@i_read_bad_reviews I just let it be for fuel gauge.

[@connorwallace9643]

Besides using odometer what other way can u get a accurate fuel ⛽ reading there must be some way to find out

[@maurabbit]

Thanks bro, nice tips👍

[@jorgeespinoza8934]

Any tips on how to get the bearing metal balls that go on the steering box! I'm 2 more tries from setting this truck on fire lol...

[@tonyc2629]

Hey do you have a in person shop? If so where?

[@gipsyking8187]

I have a lancer which when you make a bend fuel dissappears and upon returning the steerwheel the fuel goes back. What could be the issue?

[@ryanchenier-poulin8570]

I got an outlander. Same pump kinda deal not sure it was a junkyard fuel pump lol

[@AngelHernandez-lv7xy]

So mine actually works in reverse so when the tank is full, it says empty. I want to think it’s empty. It says full. What should I do?

[@Top5AutoRepairs]

The float is probably stuck on the empty position

[@_nikosb_520]

​@@Top5AutoRepairs I have the same problem as the guy you answered to said. Full tank is empty on dash and empty tank is full on dash. But it works REVERSED. The needle moves.

[@JoseReyes-wo2lm]

( if it contaminated gas, would the mechanic drain the tank , and refill, with fresh gas ?)

[@nelsonleonard4862]

Always practicalize it for more understanding

[@progsam]

Hi. My gauge is always full, when i disconnect the sender it descend to empty but only when I turn off the key and on again.. I tested another pomp but same problem.. I mesured the voltage in the conntector going to the variable resistor (sender), I found that the voltage is not accurate from 3.5 to 4.5v. I didn't understand: it should be fixed 5v i think. Is my instrument panel bad? Not regulated 5v output? Plz help

[@carlkennedy2499]

I need help my fuel keeps going from top to bottom 😩 like its getting full then empty goses up and down i dont no wots up i have 2 fuel pumps and they both do the same both were working nd chaned them and keeeps flashing up then to 0 and up again 😮 can yu help

[@wewejeandor8332]

I have the same problem butt I removed the fuel pump from the tank and test the floater by hand it did good by the gauge but when it put i back in the tank the gauge stop working do you have idea why?

[@siphamandlatem5932]

Fuel sender is the problem

[@JP-kg6wn]

super helpful thank you.👍

[@nalainabbas1036]

I just filled up my tank the other day and the range was above 200. Today I went back and I was shocked to see it’s at 169. I didn’t drive at all. What should I do?

[@keenang7421]

I replaced my fuel pump and now my fuel gauge shows my tank is empty but I have a full tank. Any idea of What’s causing the issue?

[@larrycohen3682]

Sir, I have been trying to find out why my mileage is down on my 2017 toyota camry le, The only thing I haven't change is the fuel pump or the Fuel Injectors. I have over 100500 miles on my car. Do you think I should replace both items. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks for your topic. Larry

[@Top5AutoRepairs]

There are a lot of factors that can affect gas mileage. Have you tried fuel injector cleaner? Any check engine light?

[@larrycohen3682]

@@Top5AutoRepairs :Sir, I use allot different fuel cleaners but it still remains the same mileage. Thank Larry

[@larrycohen3682]

@@Top5AutoRepairs No codes

[@Top5AutoRepairs]

You might need a basic tune up. Example: changing air filter, replace spark plugs and maybe ignition coil, clean the mass air flow sensor and checking for lazy o2 sensors.

[@Yourengineeringstandpt]

Can't you just replace the level control as long as it still pumps rite

[@lalo82605]

Hello. I just installed a new fuel pump and I put everything right. I filled my gas tank and it stayed in 1/4 . What could it be

[@VineshPersand]

Hello.....my car fuel gauge indicator shows only 2 bar level of fuel...........which actually the fuel tank is empty. Check fuel pump tested ok. Remove fuel pump and put the ignite.........but still it shows the level of fuel gauge............which i think should not have been shown !!!! kindly advice. Thank you

[@216Numbskull]

Depending on what type of vehicle you own, I'd first try a fast & free solution to your problem. Which is your fuel gauge could just need to be electronically reset my friend. Again, depending on the vehicle there's a few different methods but most of the time if you have one you just need to hold down the trip odometer button while the car is running & turn it off. Then release your finger from the trip button & start your car again. I'm not saying it's always the trick to the fix but it's at least worth a try before taking it to a mechanic who more times than not you're going to pay a good penny to fix it. Just saying... ✌️😜

[@steffNn]

nive vid. thanks!

[@NURsMec]

Is that for KIA fuel pump?

[@rosessonata8326]

Question is how does it get contaminated?

[@bryanstane6702]

My fuel pump for my 08 nissan quest is brand new and the gauge is giving me the wrong readings and both fuel pumps that i got from O'Reilly's were new

[@robertvanruyssevelt7159]

Is the sender unit attached to the pump? i,e, when you replaced the pump did you get a new sender unit? If not clean it as per the above.

[@bryanstane6702]

@@robertvanruyssevelt7159 yes the sender unit is attached

[@Alex-ip6nd]

So didn't underatand the last cause, of stucking in low positions and showing low in the gage, so why it happens?

[@robertvanruyssevelt7159]

Dirt , rust. Watch the video.

[@mainps1]

Any quick fix or hack for this?

[@kidsavage86]

2008 Audi fuel pump doesn't read right I put one gallon it says 234 till empty then it a show right fuel then keeps going up and up I'll have 45 miles to empty five min in 195 till empty then boom no gas so idk I put ten in daily cuz idk when I'm a run out plus open fuel injectors circuit

[@blatt1970]

im having this problem with my infiniti ex 35 2010. i replace this part but it still reading innacurate

[@hectorev9978]

I change my fuel pump and still have issues?

[@Jay_Hova420]

Just replaced the battery in my 2004 honda accord and now my fuel gauge say E And the red light blinking.. whats going on? I just had a little less then 1/2 tank

[@216Numbskull]

IDK if you've fixed the problem you were having, but if you're still trying to look for a solution give this a try first before you take it to a mechanic. While your car is running hold down the trip odometer button & turn the car off. Then release your finger off of the trip odometer button & restart your car. I'm not saying it's always gonna be the fix to these type of issues. However, it's a fast & free way to see if all it needed was to be reset. Electronics & gauges in vehicles can be a little tricky troubleshooting sometimes. Good Luck My Friend! ✌️🤔

[@Jay_Hova420]

​@216Numbskull just tried it still same issue. Thanks for the help. have the car parked because I don't want to deal with it.. hate driving it and the car always read E

[@motionyt2225]

Do you maby know what can cause rust inside an enclosed tank? How do you prevent it?

[@robertvanruyssevelt7159]

Keep the tank as full as possible. Dodgy fuel...do you always fuel up at the same place? Can you go somewhere else> If you car can run on 10% ethanol that will take the water out of the tank (but you may need to change your fuel filter afterwards).

[@the_90s92]

Replace my fuel pump on my 2019 charger because my gauge wasn’t ready correctly 🤦🏻‍♂️. I changed the fuel pump but it didn’t help at all. My fuel goes from full to half empty to 1/4 it’s so annoying and my cluster is electronic gage so no way to access it.

[@thexflexclan]

There’s a way to calibrate the fuel needle on 05 Crv I was trying to fix a light on the cruster and I hit the needle by accidente and I tried to put it back but now the reading it’s not even close at all it’s way off when I turn off the car the needle barely sit on E

[@highbrass7563]

1994 Pontiac Sunbird 2.0 L Gauge is stuck at half. Been like that for ten years. Heeelp lol

[@josechavez6372]

Mine always reads either full or empty code said fuel sending sensor. Trying to find video of my car so can do it right

[@dcgaming2334]

I replaced my whole fuel pump/ the housing 2 times on my 1998 goes ranger when the truck is off the fuel gauge works but when I turn it on it goes straight to empty anyone knows why and how to fix it

[@travismisner3656]

Why would my brand new fuel pump read full all the time after installing it?

[@Top5AutoRepairs]

The float is probably stuck in the high position

[@jeremywatts8758]

I put a brand new one in my 95 caprice and the fuel readings are not responding