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Main Fuel Gauge Sender

  1. Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between terminals 1 and 3 of sender connector (A) at each float level.
    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Sender Connector Terminals Using Ohmmeter
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    NO Description
    1 Gauge signal GND
    2 -
    3 Gauge signal (+)
    4 Fuel pump (+)
    5 Fuel pump GND
    - -
  2. Also check that the resistance changes smoothly when the float is moved from "E" to "F"
    RESISTANCE REFERENCE

    Position Liter (l) U.S.gal. Resistance (Ω)
    Sender (E) 4.5 1.19 184
    Warning lamp ON 6.2 1.64 156
    1/2 23.5 6.2 66.2
    Sender (F) 47 12.4 8
    RESISTANCE REFERENCE

    Position Segment Resistance (Ω)
    Warning lamp ON 1 segment 156Ω
    1/2 6 segment 58.1Ω
    Sender (F) 12 segment 43.9Ω
  3. If the height resistance is unsatisfied, replace the fuel sender as an assembly.
    CAUTION: After completing this test, wipe the sender dry and reinstall it in the fuel tank.