Erratic Fuel Guage
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Joined: Nov 2004
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From: St. George Utah
Erratic Fuel Guage
Hi Everyone,
The 97 Vette that I'm planning on purchasing just encountered a problem with the fuel guage. It is basically jumping around between empty and full. The current owner has it in the shop now having it looked at. The Chevy mechanic told the owner that they'll drop the tank and see if there is a problem in that area.
I've heard that this gremlin is somewhat of a common problem that develops. Can anyone tell me what the problem is exactly so she can relay the info to the service dept?
I suspect she also has the noisy fuel pump problem. I've heard of under the table type warranties from the manufacturers (not advertised) that take care of some problems developed and are common in certain cars after the original warranty expires. Has anyone had any luck with getting GM to pay for any of this after warranty expiration?
Thanks for your help,
Craig
The 97 Vette that I'm planning on purchasing just encountered a problem with the fuel guage. It is basically jumping around between empty and full. The current owner has it in the shop now having it looked at. The Chevy mechanic told the owner that they'll drop the tank and see if there is a problem in that area.
I've heard that this gremlin is somewhat of a common problem that develops. Can anyone tell me what the problem is exactly so she can relay the info to the service dept?
I suspect she also has the noisy fuel pump problem. I've heard of under the table type warranties from the manufacturers (not advertised) that take care of some problems developed and are common in certain cars after the original warranty expires. Has anyone had any luck with getting GM to pay for any of this after warranty expiration?
Thanks for your help,
Craig
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From: Las Vegas NV
I have had a problem with my fuel sending unit and had it replaced. Fixed now. If you are under warranty, you can get it fixed. I actually ran out of gas on the freeway with the guage showing a quarter tank left.
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Joined: Apr 2001
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From: LOS ANGELES CA.
Erratic Gas Gauge
Puy a bottle of CHEVRON Injector Cleaner in the gas tank.Some of the guys out here recommended this "cure" for the erratic gas gauge and it worked on my car.About every 6 months,my gas gauge acts up and this cures the problem----- for 6 months. 
