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Fuel Gauge Sending Unit

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CAUTION: Relieve fuel pressure before servicing fuel system. See BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE.
  1. Remove fuel gauge sending unit. Connect ohmmeter between wire terminals "A" and "B" of fuel gauge sending unit connector.
  2. Measure resistance with fuel gauge sending unit float in specified position. See FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT RESISTANCE  table. If resistance is not as specified, replace fuel gauge sending unit.
FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT RESISTANCE

Float Position (1) Ohms
Fully Raised 18-20
Fully Lowered 119-121
(1) Resistance values are approximate.