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Fuel Gauge (Short Test)

  1. Disconnect Gray wire at fuel tank unit connector and turn ignition switch to "RUN" position. If fuel gauge still indicates empty, check Purple wire for a short to ground. Check instrument cluster printed circuit for flaws and gauge connections.
  2. Repair or replace fuel gauge if Purple wire, printed circuit, and gauge connections are okay. If fuel gauge indicates full, repair or replace fuel gauge sender.