Adjusting the fuel gauge

Fig 1: Adjusting Fuel Gauge

Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.

Adjustment of fuel gauge breakpoints. If the reading error occurs only at a certain fuel level, adjust the fuel gauge reading by means of the relevant command.

1. Tank Empty, 0 litres

   Adjustment of gauge reading at 0 -litre breakpoint. Can be adjusted from -3 to +2 litres. Does not affect the "Fuel level" read value. Use the "Activate" command to check the reading.

2. Tank Reserve, 10 litres

   Adjustment of gauge reading at 10-litre breakpoint. Can be adjusted from -5 to +5 litres. Does not affect the "Fuel level" read value. Use the "Activate" command to check the reading.

3. Tank 1/4, 17 litres

   Adjustment of gauge reading at 17-litre breakpoint. Can be adjusted from -3 to +2 litres. Does not affect the "Fuel level" read value. Use the "Activate" command to check the reading.

4. Tank 1/2, 33 litres (US/CA 32 litres)

   Adjustment of gauge reading at 33-litre breakpoint. Can be adjusted from -3 to +2 litres. Does not affect the "Fuel level" read value. Use the "Activate" command to check the reading.

5. Tank 3/4, 49 litres (US/CA 47 litres)

   Adjustment of gauge reading at 49-litre breakpoint. Can be adjusted from -3 to +2 litres. Does not affect the "Fuel level" read value. Use the "Activate" command to check the reading.

For adjustment, see ADJUSTING THE FUEL GAUGE/SENSOR .