Fuel Gauge Doesnt work 1999 GMC Sonoma
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Asked by johnaconda Apr 06, 2014 at 01:21 AM about the 1999 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLS Sport 4WD Standard Cab LB

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My fuel gauge in my 1999 GMC Sonoma 4.3 always stays on empty, doesn't move. I have replaced fuel pump in hopes of solving this issue but haven't had any luck. Anny Suggestions?

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yetilikesbeer answered 10 years ago

You'll need to check the wire for the sending unit. On GM less than empty equals a short and over full equals open circuit. Trace the loom up to the front and look for damage. If it runs close to the exhaust thats where I would start.

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