gas gauge not working

1984 MERCEDES BENZ 380SE
271,988 MILES
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I just bought this car a few days ago but found out gas gauge don't work after I purchased it. I filled it up the day I bought it and that's when I found it didn't work. Its stuck on empty or "R". I think it may be the fuel sensing unit but not sure. How much would on cost and how do I go about fixing it myself. I know the sensor is in the gas tank but I really need to get it fixed. The car almost died on me today because of no gas. Please help if possible.
Jun 12, 2012 at 3:31 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Start by having the fuel sending unit checked this is the one that gives the fuel level amount in the fuel tank
Jun 12, 2012 at 3:38 PM
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