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Fuel Gauge Sending Unit

NOTE: Inspect fuel tank for distortion or damage. If distorted or damaged, repair or replace tank before testing.

Remove fuel gauge sending unit from tank. See FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT R & I. Connect an ohmmeter and check sending unit resistance as indicated in FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT RESISTANCE table. Replace sending unit if resistance is drastically different than specification.

FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT RESISTANCE

Float Position Resistance
Full Position (Up) Approximately 3 Ohms
Half-Full Position (Middle) Approximately 33 Ohms
Empty Position (Down) Approximately 95 Ohms