Fuel Gauge
NOTE:
It may be necessary to remove fuel tank for access to fuel gauge sending unit connector.
- Disconnect fuel gauge sending unit connector at fuel tank. Connect Red wire lead of Checker (49-0839-285) to Yellow wire terminal of sending unit connector. Ground checker Black wire lead.
- Turn ignition on. Set checker to specified resistance value. See FUEL GAUGE RESISTANCE . If fuel gauge needle rests at specified position for each resistance value setting, replace fuel gauge sending unit. If fuel gauge needle does not rest at specified position, check wiring. If wiring is okay, replace fuel gauge.
NOTE:
After changing checker resistance value, allow 2 minutes for needle to stabilize. Allowable limit of needle deflection is twice width of needle.
FUEL GAUGE RESISTANCE
| Resistance Setting (Ohms) | Needle Position |
|---|---|
| 7 | Full |
| 33 | Half |
| 95 | Empty |