Hi everyone,
A couple of questions concerning our mini-van:
-Any suggestions on diagnosing a problem with the fuel gauge? Specifically, it almost always show empty (yes, even after a fill-up), with the exception of after driving for perhaps an hour or so it will start to climb to what I "think" the actual level is, then kind of bounce around before plummeting back to empty again. I had a mechanic briefly take a look at it and he disconnected the cabling underneath the chassis while the ignition was on, but there was no change in the gauge needle. As it is, I have to keep track of fuel consumption by using my trip odometer.
-When I purchased the van, the horn, air-bag, and cruise control all didn't work (air-bag warning light flashing). I've since pulled the steering wheel and changed the clockspring inside and got my horn and air bag working again, but still no cruise. Any other suggestions? All brake pads and shoes are freshly replaced, no burnt out tail-lights, etc. But...the ABS light is and always has been on. The same mechanic said the sensor was faulty. Would this contribute?
-We regularly take a 2.5 hour trip south to visit my in-laws. After driving for aprox. 115 to 125 miles the "check engine" light comes on. Without fail. Both directions. I at first thought it was overheating, but after checking the temp gauge in-dash, checking the fluid levels, and changing the thermostat, it continues. This only happens while highway driving at about
65 - 70 mph. Stopping for 10 or 15 minutes "sometimes" makes the light go out, but not always.Hope someone can help. Thanks, Michael
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