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Fuel Gauge

CAUTION: Failure to turn ignition switch to OFF position before fuel gauge pointer reaches "F" mark may damage fuel gauge. Fuel gauge can be damaged if battery voltage is applied directly to gauge terminals.
  1. Check fuse No. 9 (7.5-amp) located in driver's underdash fuse/relay box, in left kick panel. Remove spare tire lid and access panel. Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Disconnect fuel pump 5-pin connector.
  2. Using DVOM, measure voltage between fuel pump 5-pin connector terminal No. 1 (Black wire) and terminal No. 2 (Yellow/Blue wire). Turn ignition switch to ON position. If 5-8 volts exists, go to next step. If 5-8 volts does not exist, check for open in Yellow/Blue wire between fuel pump and gauge. Check for open or poor ground in Black wire between fuel pump connector and ground. See WIRING DIAGRAMS  . Repair as necessary.
  3. Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Using a jumper wire with a 2-ohm resistor, connect fuel pump 5-pin connector terminal No. 1 (Black wire) and terminal No. 2 (Yellow/Blue wire). Turn ignition switch to ON position. If fuel gauge pointer does not move toward "F" mark on gauge, replace fuel gauge. See INSTRUMENT CLUSTER  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. If fuel gauge pointer moves toward "F" mark on gauge, turn ignition switch to OFF position. Gauge is operating properly. Check fuel gauge sending unit. See FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT  under COMPONENT TESTS.
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