Any one had any personal experience on this. I have read on some forums that it could be the sender or the plug near the tank/wiring. I was hoping for a easier fix than pulling the tank. Thanks, Mike
1991 Ford Explorer Gas Gauge stuck past FULL
Jul 29, 2006
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I had an older Ford that this happened to me; both the Temp and Gas gauge went full scale. Long story short there was a "Constant voltage regulator" on the back side of the instrument cluster that keeps the gauges from wild swings acting as a buffer. This may be what your problem is if the gauge circuit hasn't changed on the newer cars. Not a big job to replace, I think it took me 30 min.
HTH, Rick
Thanks Rick but the Temp gauge is ok so that might not be it. Thanks for responding. Mike
hi rick i had to replace my sending unit unit on my 1991 ford explorer, then the gauge worked.
Had to replace my sending unit due to rust. The connector fell apart due to exposure to gas fumes.
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