Vw Polo 1 4 Out of Gas or just a misreading Fuel Gauge

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Sometimes, inconveniences are caused by faulty equipment, like with this Vw Polo, when the fuel gauge misreads and one runs out of gas.
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[@SeanBZA]

Yes, also had to replace that sender and pump, because it started to become intermittent, and below a half tank it would show empty, bouncing around with low fuel level lit. you are lucky there, must be faster responding in the cluster software, because the older ones too about 30 seconds to go from full to empty, to avoid showing the fuel sloshing around, which is what wears out the sender unit. As a bonus you get a nice new fuel pump, and a new in tank filter sock as well. Just need to replace the in line filter on the end of those hoses then.

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

It does come as a complete unit as seen in the video Sean, best to replace it and not try to fix an old component, now it will work for another couple of years.

[@TheM4N14X]

This video explained and showed everything needed! My polo vivo was also on quarter tank and just died. Found no feul in the tank! Thank you ❤

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

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[@CARLBARTER1]

Thanks my friend 😊

[@samsungthree9552]

Very good presentation

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

Thank you for the kind words, and Thank You for supporting my channel with your visit.

[@Killamano034]

Thank you very much old man, I will be replacing pumps myself going forward 😊

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

All good glad to help

[@drevil8519]

No coins or spare change when you lifted the back seat? This lady has a clean car. With me kids, whenever you lift their back seats, there are always change

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

Surprisingly Doc, she is a young lady still at University, but she has good guidance from her parents, as they too are customers of mine.

[@ebrahimabrahams4158]

When I swing no fuel coming from the pump on the BLM polo took off the pipes and swing again and no fuel pushing out the pipes, I do not also hear the buzzing sound on the pump.

[@kennte]

Resourceful I am facing a challenge its not moving on the dashboard I will use this to diagnose. Thanks a million

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

I hope you solve your problem, Keneth.

[@mattontop2262]

Keep up the good content. Matt JHB

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

Thanks a million Matt

[@Kingwara_SA]

Sir I have cls 1.6 oil light (red blinking) after put new oil pressure sensor, it comes and go,and when I rev it somehow I can smell oil burn but oil level stay the same,around the topcover near sensor has some stains of oil n engines shakes in idle or let me say not smooth idle,(changed: ignition coils,spark plug n air filter, mountings all)still same performance, n when u turn steering engine sound changes,even operates window slight drop in sound,no one seem to help me

[@vivianhembly4306]

Mine goes down quick... Please help.. It also..... Shows 200 petrol of 8 liters in 2days..please tell me waht can it be.. It's is the clp motor

[@Jean-PierreCrook]

Hi there. Thanks for sharing your work , just replaced my unit as well due to the same issue Just wanted to know. The bar on my new float is pointing in the opposite direction, is that going to mess with the readings ? Currently my car is showing a 3/4 tank. Tx.

[@Jean-PierreCrook]

Other than that , everything fitted perfectly. I too have a polo 9n 2009 model.

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

Yes, it will it has to be like the old one. Thank You for supporting my channel with your visit and interaction, I am pleased this video was helpful to you. Please feel free to check out the rest of my channel by clicking PLAYLISTS www.youtube.com/@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790/playlists for more helpful service and repair videos on most makes of cars available here in SOUTH AFRICA, It is FREE.

[@misterzee5736]

Thanks for this. I did the same test with my replacement. Works out of the tank. Inside the tank, doesnt work. It did once, then dropped to zero as I was about to move off. Maybe I installed the pump the wrong direction. However my Polo 1.2 TSI 2015 does not have any markings which line up with anything outside. There are only two arrows on the pump one points to one outlet R which I assume is return. The other 'V' which points at the side of the pump but what on earth does V mean. Vorne? Which is front in German. Could you offer any help please? Car starts and runs fine, just showing empty. Also I can get the float to work in the tank but so far from the pipes for a connection. Makes no sense.

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

Make sure the replacement unit is exactly the same as the one you took out, any subtle difference will cause the unit not to operate correctly, also the position of the float is important, it has to be as the old one when removed.

[@siphoernest2278]

Papa Gary...my car when I press clutch there's a grinding noise...when I release it it goes away.. sometimes it it doesn't come.its golf mk2.iy might be a pressure plate ?

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

Sounds like a release bearing, but it could be the clutch activating plate that the release bearing activating rod pushes against it may be worn through.

[@axelfoli5867]

Hi I have an mk4 1.2 polo I just filled the tank all the way up at the morning it showed that my fuel tank was full after that I parked it for 10-12 hours and since that it showes that it's empty is it possible that the steel arm just got pushed too much and it stucked?

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

No, it seems it could be a blown fuse or some other electrical fault.

[@jonathanmars4763]

mr.gary ive bought almost identical fuel pump same box at masterparts polo 1999 ...fitted it start up nicely but my fuel gauge dont work cuz my original fuel pump is vice versa to the one thats currently fitted ...is there maybe any solution ...ive done so much things myself because of your videos

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

You have to get the right unit for your car, it must be exact, not similar, unfortunately, John.

[@drevil8519]

What happens if you bend the spring steel arm a bit?

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

The gauge will not read accurately, Doc.

[@deonarends]

Good day I wood like to find out what is the problem with my polo BAH 1.6i 2006 9n3 it will start in the morning and idle but when I drive it the will cut out at the stop of robots every time when the engin is hot it also got n rough idle engin shakes

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

Check the pcv unit, it could be taking in air, had this problem a few times. Thank You for supporting my channel with your visit and interaction, I am pleased this video was helpful to you. Please feel free to check out the rest of my channel by clicking PLAYLISTS www.youtube.com/@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790/playlists for more helpful service and repair videos on most makes of cars available here in SOUTH AFRICA, It is FREE.

[@user-ty4xz4zo2o]

I'm having the same problem with my Microbus 2.3i. When it reaches quarter switches off but when float is outside and plugged in It doesnt only stop by quarter as it reads empty on the cluster but once I put it in the tank it goes back to reading quarter

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

It needs to be put in correctly, try turning it a little before locking it in.

[@sibusisongubeni7042]

Hi,Sir I just wanted to know if I can only replace the fuel gauge sensor?

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

Yes, you can, if you can find it loose and the fuel pump is ok. Thank You for supporting my channel with your visit and interaction, I am pleased this video was helpful to you. Please feel free to check out the rest of my channel by clicking PLAYLISTS www.youtube.com/@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790/playlists for more helpful service and repair videos on most makes of cars available here in SOUTH AFRICA, It is FREE.

[@whittleinktattoos3026]

Good day not sure if i will get a response on this but i have a Polo Playa 98 1.4 and the probem i have is my fuel gauge is going towards empty when i put in petrol. I replaced my fuel pump and replaced my cluster i checked my fuel relay but i still have the problem can anyone hlep with what to check or do next please.

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

It is the tank float that needs replacing. Thank You for supporting my channel with your visit and interaction, I am pleased this video was helpful to you. Please feel free to check out the rest of my channel by clicking PLAYLISTS www.youtube.com/@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790/playlists for more helpful service and repair videos on most makes of cars available here in SOUTH AFRICA, It is FREE.

[@Ruben-vn2ix]

Hi. What was the price of the fuel pump? I have tried buying one from midas, but the fuel pressure is lower causing a hard start after the car has been standing a while

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

It could cost between 2 and 4k depending on the brand.

[@khaliddolley3837]

hi uncle i got a louder than normal vibrating sound coming from my polo fuel pump what could cause that ?

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

If it is not a new pump then it could be about to fail.

[@user-nb2hl9fm6w]

Were are you situated in cape town

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

Southern Suburbs

[@kirninho]

Hi sir my polo vivo 1.4 has oil in the spark plugs and its misfiring. What can i do?

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

It could be worn oil rings or valve stem seals, best to do a ring job and head recon.

[@clintonkeet4485]

Hi. But what if the problem persists even after the new fuel pump and injector cleaner and feul pump relay

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

What problem?, this video is about a false reading on your fuel gauge.

[@clintonkeet4485]

The false reading and fluctuations

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

@@clintonkeet4485 I am afraid you might have bought a defective unit, I had that experience a few times over the years, some of the brands are not so good.

[@JvsEvil]

Learning allot from your videos , are you based in cape town ?

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

Yes. Thank You for supporting my channel with your visit and interaction, I am pleased this video was helpful to you. Please feel free to check out the rest of my channel by clicking PLAYLISTS www.youtube.com/@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790/playlists for more helpful service and repair videos on most makes of cars available here in SOUTH AFRICA, It is FREE.

[@user-nb2hl9fm6w]

Can you share your number , im also at cpt, how can i get hold of you ​@@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790

[@youngshqipe1671]

Why not replace the sensor only

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

Not available loose and I recommend not to use a second hand unit.

[@darko_fx6904]

I am experiencing the same problem with my polo....

[@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790]

Thank You for supporting my channel with your visit and interaction, I am pleased this video was helpful to you. Please feel free to check out the rest of my channel by clicking PLAYLISTS www.youtube.com/@vehiclemaintenanceandrepai3790/playlists for more helpful service and repair videos on most makes of cars available here in SOUTH AFRICA, It is FREE.