Different Fuel Gauge problem
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From: Houston Texas
Different Fuel Gauge problem
My fuel gauge problem is different than most reported here. When I fill up completely, the gauge does not return to full. Instead its only 7/8's full.
Anyone have this issue? I've tried the Techron treatment with no success.
Will a computer reflash solve this issue? I'm hesitant to just go down this path since I have custom PCM programming, but this may be a better alternative than pulling the tanks.
Any input appreciated.
Thanks,
Rick
Anyone have this issue? I've tried the Techron treatment with no success.
Will a computer reflash solve this issue? I'm hesitant to just go down this path since I have custom PCM programming, but this may be a better alternative than pulling the tanks.
Any input appreciated.
Thanks,
Rick
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From: Rockford Illinois
My fuel gauge problem is different than most reported here. When I fill up completely, the gauge does not return to full. Instead its only 7/8's full.
Anyone have this issue? I've tried the Techron treatment with no success.
Will a computer reflash solve this issue? I'm hesitant to just go down this path since I have custom PCM programming, but this may be a better alternative than pulling the tanks.
Any input appreciated.
Thanks,
Rick
Anyone have this issue? I've tried the Techron treatment with no success.
Will a computer reflash solve this issue? I'm hesitant to just go down this path since I have custom PCM programming, but this may be a better alternative than pulling the tanks.
Any input appreciated.
Thanks,
Rick
Drifting
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From: Long Beach NY
I think this is one of the symptoms of the fuel sender problem. When I treat my fuel system with Techron the needle moves a little more towards the full mark, but it never goes all the way. I would rather continue the treatment then have it repaired. I just don't want to end up with other problems from the repair, always a possibility. Maybe this spring I'll tackle it myself.
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From: Houston Texas
Mine hasn't improved yet. I'm going to keep trying Techron, but I'm not too optimistic its going to fix it.
What kind of labor expense is involved with replacing the sending unit?
What kind of labor expense is involved with replacing the sending unit?
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From: barrie ontario
there was a TSB about the gas filler neck......
It would cause the pump to shut off early..before the tank was actually full.
Found it...http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/....php?qstId=542
One guy on here actually cut an inch or so off his original part and it fixed his problem
It would cause the pump to shut off early..before the tank was actually full.
Found it...http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/....php?qstId=542
One guy on here actually cut an inch or so off his original part and it fixed his problem
Drifting
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From: Tracy CA
You don't actually have to drop the tank. Just the metal shielding in front of the rear tire.
Then drain the tank. (unscrew the plate from the tank. There's a reusable rubber/neoprene gasket that seals the cover plate to the tank.)
The sending unit, pump, piping etc are all on the back of the tank facing the rear tire. You have to take the tire off.
It's actually pretty easy to get to. The emptying of the tank is the biggest pain.
The worst part is the ridiculous cost of the new part. $287!!?!?!? Just for the sending unit.
Then drain the tank. (unscrew the plate from the tank. There's a reusable rubber/neoprene gasket that seals the cover plate to the tank.)
The sending unit, pump, piping etc are all on the back of the tank facing the rear tire. You have to take the tire off.
It's actually pretty easy to get to. The emptying of the tank is the biggest pain.
The worst part is the ridiculous cost of the new part. $287!!?!?!? Just for the sending unit.
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From: barrie ontario
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