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My gas gauge isn't filling up all the way but the tank is full??

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Fuel Economy' started by Lance1984, Sep 5, 2024 at 8:52 PM.

  1. Lance1984

    Lance1984 New Member

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    Help Im a 2 wk old pruis owner 2009
    My gas gauge isn't going all the way up when the gas is all the way to the neck of the tank
     
    #1 Lance1984, Sep 5, 2024 at 8:52 PM
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    There is no universal method.

    If you fill up with a little fuel, the readings do not change.

    Sometimes even after filling up, they remain at the same level until you drive some distance.
    The sensor is located inside a bubble, which is hidden from the outside by the tank itself. There is no access to it.

    You can rock the car and the sensor will stop sticking.
     
    #2 MAX2, Sep 6, 2024 at 4:35 AM
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    I've driven 50 miles and it's still showing not full??? I went from a 1 ton long bed 4 door diesel so I am new at this thanks for the input
     
    #3 Lance1984, Sep 6, 2024 at 7:13 AM
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    Gen 2 has a tank bladder which can cause fueling issues.
    You may never know how much fuel is in the tank without driving until empty and seeing how many gallons it will take
     
    #4 bisco, Sep 6, 2024 at 5:04 PM
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