How Far Can a Car Go When the Fuel Gauge is Empty?
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When a car's fuel gauge shows a remaining range of 0 or indicates a malfunction, it can still continue to drive for a certain distance. Typically around 50 kilometers, providing sufficient mileage to locate a gas station. Some vehicles may display a range of 0 after the warning light comes on, but they can still operate. Fuel Pump: The fuel pump is cooled by gasoline, specifically the gasoline that flows through it during operation, not necessarily by being fully submerged in gasoline. As long as the car can run normally and the fuel pump supplies fuel properly, it will not be damaged. Fuel Level Sensor: The vehicle detects the remaining fuel in the tank through a fuel level sensor. The working principle involves a float that rests on the surface of the gasoline, measuring the fuel level height, and converting this measurement into an electrical signal via a potentiometer.