How Many Types of Car Fuel Gauges Are There?
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There are two types of car fuel gauges: analog (pointer-type) and digital. The fuel gauge is used to indicate the amount of fuel remaining in the car's fuel tank. It consists of a fuel level indicator with a voltage regulator and a fuel level sensor. The low-fuel warning device activates when the fuel in the tank falls below a specified level, alerting the driver immediately. Common causes of fuel gauge malfunctions include: 1. Gauge issues: A faulty fuel gauge may cause the needle to remain stationary or provide inaccurate readings. A diagnostic method is to observe if the fuel gauge needle does not move within approximately 30 seconds after turning on the ignition, or if it swings erratically or provides incorrect measurements, indicating a gauge malfunction. 2. Sensor failure: A faulty sensor can also cause the gauge to stop working. To diagnose, use a multimeter to measure the resistance of the variable resistor in the fuel sensor by placing the probes on its two terminals. If the reading deviates from the standard value, the sensor is faulty. 3. Short circuit in the gauge coil: A short circuit in the gauge coil can also lead to gauge issues. A simple diagnostic method is to measure the voltage using a multimeter.