Low fuel light indicator not working

Tiny
XXCOOPER1XX
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  • 2005 CHEVROLET AVEO
  • 1.8L
  • 4 CYL
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 4,000 MILES
I notice recently that my fuel gauge works but the low fuel indicator on the dash isn't? Any ideas/solutions for this fix? Thank you!
Sunday, December 30th, 2018 AT 12:45 AM

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Tiny
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  • MECHANIC
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Good morning,

There is a sensor in the fuel gauge unit in the tank that is the issue.

You cannot replace just the piece that is bad. you need to replace the sender unit itself.

The fuel pump needs to be replaced.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump

Roy

FUEL SENDER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Refer to Relieving Fuel Pressure Caution in Service Precautions.

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1. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief Procedure.

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.

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2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the rear seat.
4. Remove the fuel pump access cover.

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5. Disconnect the electrical connector at the fuel pump assembly.
6. Disconnect the fuel line.
7. Remove the fuel pump assembly clip.
8. Remove the fuel pump assembly from the tank.
9. Remove and discard the gasket.
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Sunday, December 30th, 2018 AT 5:10 AM

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