Fuel Gauge Does Not Move To Full Position

COMBINATION METERS

Fuel Gauge Does Not Move to Full-position


1. OBSERVE FUEL GAUGE

Does it take a long time for the indication to move to FULL position?
YES or NO
YES- GO TO 2.
NO- GO TO 3.

2. IDENTIFY FUELING CONDITION

Was the vehicle fueled with the ignition switch ON?
YES or NO
YES- Be sure to fuel the vehicle with the ignition switch OFF. Otherwise, it will take a long time to move to FULL position because of the characteristic of the fuel gauge.
NO- GO TO 3.

3. OBSERVE VEHICLE POSITION

Is the vehicle parked on an incline?
YES or NO
YES- Check the fuel level indication with vehicle on a level surface.
NO- GO TO 4.

4. OBSERVE FUEL GAUGE INDICATOR

During driving, does the fuel gauge indication move gradually toward EMPTY position?
YES or NO
YES- Check the components. Electrical Component Inspection.
NO- The float arm may interfere or bind with any of the components in the fuel tank.