1997 Buick Riviera Gas Guage

1997 BUICK RIVIERA
215,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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DESKJET990
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I have a 1997 Buick Riviera which does not register the proper level of fuel in the tank. When I first start the car, it registers one amount, however, as I drive along, the guage continues to move upwards. It never registers the same amount when I start it. Any suggestions?
Nov 7, 2008 at 7:12 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
It sounds like the float is bad. However, it's part of the fuelpump assembly and both are in the tank. My only suggestion is to have the fuel gauge power supply checked for a voltage problem. If one exist, it will need replaced.
Nov 16, 2008 at 4:08 PM
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