1996 Other Nissan Models Fuel Gage is not working

1996 NISSAN
65,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SBAIG2
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I short the cable on fuel tank then clock hand of fuel gage goes up it means there is not problem in clock

also fuel alaram led is on while my fuel tank is full.
May 9, 2008 at 2:55 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there.

you have done the correct test. The sender unit in the fuel tank is faulty.

mark (mhpautos)
May 9, 2008 at 5:50 AM
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SBAIG2
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thanks for reply

Want to know how can I repaire is it easy?
My mech told me to left the car for a day.



[quote:e25b5b174c="mhpautos"]Hi there.

you have done the correct test. The sender unit in the fuel tank is faulty.

mark (mhpautos)[/quote:e25b5b174c]
May 9, 2008 at 8:50 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

You will have to replace the sender in the tank, it will not be reparable, undo the fuel lines and electrical connections, undo locking ring or remove bolts and lift unit clear of tank, be careful as you may have to maneuver it out because of the fuel level float.

Mark (mhpautos)
May 9, 2008 at 10:45 PM
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