1999 Honda Accord Gas Meter

1999 HONDA ACCORD
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SIIN0627
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Hello, I just put a full tank of gas in my car. I've already driven 100 miles and my gas meter did not budge a bit. I believe the meter has malfunctioned. How can I fix it?
Oct 24, 2009 at 2:07 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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suspect faulty fuel gauge sending unit
Oct 24, 2009 at 2:09 PM
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SIIN0627
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Could you tell me how to fix the problem please? How did it malfunction anyway?
Oct 26, 2009 at 12:03 PM
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normal wear and tear will cause this part to fail. would you like replacement procedures?
Oct 26, 2009 at 1:05 PM
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SIIN0627
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yes please!
Oct 27, 2009 at 5:13 PM
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Oct 27, 2009 at 5:21 PM
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SIIN0627
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hi. is there a way i can get a more detailed description like with pictures and everything. i know nothing about cars and i lift the spare tire lid then i got lost. that would be great thank you!!

also is a fuel gauge also named a fuel pump?
Oct 31, 2009 at 11:18 AM
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