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lrymcd
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May 20, 2011, 12:33 AM

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Fuel gauge issue Sign In

1996 Ford Probe GT.

Inconsistent fuel gauge readings especially after making turns and stops. More noticeable after 1/2 tank. The gauge will go done and after driving will move back up a bit.

Consumer guide states: "The fuel gauge may read 3/4 full when the tank is full because of the fuel line return is bent and interferes with the sender in the tank".

Sometimes during a cold start, the engine idles a bit rough with slight sputtering, then it idles smoothly.

Things I've done:

• Changed spark plugs (gaped) and distributor cap - runs better

• changed fuel filter

• Replaced boost sensor - ran better

• Got a code for the MAF unit (Mass Air Flow). I cleaned it. It ran better but got code again after 150 miles.

• Added fuel system cleaner for a long trip.


Hammer Time
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May 20, 2011, 5:14 AM

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Re: Fuel gauge issue Sign In

As you were told in the other forum, you need to be looking at the gauge sender in the tank for the gauge issue.



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(This post was edited by Hammer Time on May 20, 2011, 5:20 AM)






 
 
 






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