Fuel Gauge Sending Unit

CAUTION: When working with fuel-injected models, be careful when removing fuel gauge sending unit. Relieve fuel pressure before removing sending unit. Fuel could spray from tank.

NOTE: Fuel tank must be removed from vehicle for access to fuel gauge sending unit.

Disconnect fuel gauge sending unit connector. Connect an ohmmeter between 2 connector terminals. Move float to various positions indicated and check resistance readings against SENDING UNIT RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS table. If resistance is not as specified, replace fuel gauge sending unit.

SENDING UNIT RESISTANCE SPECS⁽¹⁾

Application & Float Position

Resistance Range (Ohms)

Fully Raised

1-5

Mid-Range

29-37

Fully Lowered

103-117

⁽¹⁾	Resistance readings and float positions are approximations.