Fuel gage doesnt work

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DBONS33
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When i first start my car. That is the only time it gives correct fuel amount. After i put it in gear the gage goes to fuul even if it isnt
Nov 14, 2011 at 8:05 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Chances are it is a bad sending unit from the fuel tank. The rheostats go bad on the float.
Nov 14, 2011 at 8:21 PM
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