Gas gauge problem again - Toyota Yaris Forums

Adriaan · 02-26-2007, 09:37 PM

Lately when i fill up in the cold and mild weather the fuel gauge doesn't correct itself until i hit a bump or when it feels like it. Has anyone else had this problem? But when it does that does the computer know that the car is full or not? Hopefully the dealer ship can guess what wrong with it.

Poorboy · 02-26-2007, 10:39 PM

Stupid question but are you leaving your vehical run when youre filling like i do? I think that if you shut it off, fill and go you wont have this. But wtf do i know?

PetersRedYaris · 02-27-2007, 12:11 AM

Fuel tanks have a float device in them thet measures fuel level; it sounds like yours is sticking. Kind of a bitch to get to as you usually have to drop the tank, but on the Yaris, I'm not sure. This would definetly be covered under warranty.

RemieGino14 · 02-27-2007, 12:52 AM

Nah, I have the same problem too.

Like when your bar is blinking rapidly, then I put $3 - $5 in it, turn on the car and its still rapidly blinking. 15 - 20 mins later, slowly blinks, then shows 2 bars.

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ChinoCharles · 02-27-2007, 03:19 AM

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Originally Posted by RemieGino14

Nah, I have the same problem too.

Like when your bar is blinking rapidly, then I put $3 - $5 in it, turn on the car and its still rapidly blinking. 15 - 20 mins later, slowly blinks, then shows 2 bars.

- RemieGino14 -

Dude, do you want me to send you some money? Jesus.

fearturtle44 · 02-27-2007, 07:41 AM

As a piece of advice, do NOT run your car while you are filling the gas tank. You are your car have the chance to become history.

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Originally Posted by Poorboy

Stupid question but are you leaving your vehical run when youre filling like i do? I think that if you shut it off, fill and go you wont have this. But wtf do i know?

Adriaan · 02-27-2007, 04:18 PM

i only leave it running when it very cold out side and funny enough it works fine. I bet now that i'll go to the dealership about this problem they won't find it, and say it normal. Also you can leave you car running when fueling. When i fuel airplanes with 200,000 liters and more the fuel truck is running, and jet fuel is way more explosive then automotive fuel. Just and fyi for those that didn't know about aircraft fueling.

RemieGino14 · 02-28-2007, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by ChinoCharles

Dude, do you want me to send you some money? Jesus.

=p Sorry I'm poor. No job =\

- RemieGino14 -

fearturtle44 · 02-28-2007, 09:45 AM

All the car experts I have listened to have strongly recommended turning off the motor while fueling. Plus it saves a little gas. With the small size of the Yaris, it will reheat real quick.

Kevin

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Originally Posted by Adriaan

i only leave it running when it very cold out side and funny enough it works fine. I bet now that i'll go to the dealership about this problem they won't find it, and say it normal. Also you can leave you car running when fueling. When i fuel airplanes with 200,000 liters and more the fuel truck is running, and jet fuel is way more explosive then automotive fuel. Just and fyi for those that didn't know about aircraft fueling.

jmew0ng · 02-28-2007, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Adriaan

i only leave it running when it very cold out side and funny enough it works fine. I bet now that i'll go to the dealership about this problem they won't find it, and say it normal. Also you can leave you car running when fueling. When i fuel airplanes with 200,000 liters and more the fuel truck is running, and jet fuel is way more explosive then automotive fuel. Just and fyi for those that didn't know about aircraft fueling.

fuel truck..... meaning the car that's fueling the aircraft? o.o

In this situation I think it'd be more like the airplane's jets are still on while you're fueling it.

It's kind alike saying the gas pump is on >_>

91drggndime · 03-10-2007, 11:19 AM

My gas gauge never does anything like that. its always prompt and accurate

02-26-2007, 09:37 PM	#1
Adriaan In between cities Drives: 2006 yaris ce Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Montreal Posts: 307	Gas gauge problem again Lately when i fill up in the cold and mild weather the fuel gauge doesn't correct itself until i hit a bump or when it feels like it. Has anyone else had this problem? But when it does that does the computer know that the car is full or not? Hopefully the dealer ship can guess what wrong with it.

02-27-2007, 12:52 AM	#4
RemieGino14 Drives: 2010 5dr Hatchback Yaris Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Upland Posts: 86	Nah, I have the same problem too. Like when your bar is blinking rapidly, then I put $3 - $5 in it, turn on the car and its still rapidly blinking. 15 - 20 mins later, slowly blinks, then shows 2 bars. - RemieGino14 - __________________ '91 Midnight Black, Acura Integra RS - Crashed '07 Silver Mica, 4dr Toyota Yaris - Crashed '99 Cypress Green, Acura 3.0 CL '10 Carmine Red Metallic, 5dr Hatchback Toyota Yaris

03-10-2007, 11:19 AM	#11
91drggndime baggn n draggn Drives: 2007 Toyota Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Lancaster, PA Posts: 50	My gas gauge never does anything like that. its always prompt and accurate __________________ -The Garage- 2007 Pacific Blue Yaris Sedan - wifes kid carrier and daily 1999.5 Brilliant Black Audi A4 - boosted 16 psi, supporting mods, s4 interior, you know, shit you cant get in the yaris.

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02-26-2007, 10:39 PM	#2
Poorboy Drives: 07 liftback Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 26	Stupid question but are you leaving your vehical run when youre filling like i do? I think that if you shut it off, fill and go you wont have this. But wtf do i know?

02-27-2007, 12:11 AM	#3
PetersRedYaris View User's Garage Drives: 2005 Scion xB Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: The Black Hills of South Dakota Posts: 1,059	Fuel tanks have a float device in them thet measures fuel level; it sounds like yours is sticking. Kind of a bitch to get to as you usually have to drop the tank, but on the Yaris, I'm not sure. This would definetly be covered under warranty.

02-27-2007, 04:18 PM	#7
Adriaan In between cities Drives: 2006 yaris ce Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Montreal Posts: 307	i only leave it running when it very cold out side and funny enough it works fine. I bet now that i'll go to the dealership about this problem they won't find it, and say it normal. Also you can leave you car running when fueling. When i fuel airplanes with 200,000 liters and more the fuel truck is running, and jet fuel is way more explosive then automotive fuel. Just and fyi for those that didn't know about aircraft fueling.