CL L4-2156cc 2.2L SOHC F22B1 MFI (1997)
Fuel Gauge Sender: All Technical Service Bulletins
Fuel Gauge Stays at Empty
November 5, 1996
BULLETIN NO.
96-051
YEAR
1997
MODEL
2.2CL
VIN APPLICATION
See VEHICLES
AFFECTED
Fuel Gauge Stays at Empty
SYMPTOM
The fuel gauge registers empty, even though the tank is full. This symptom is most likely to occur if the car is driven until the tank is almost completely
empty before refueling.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The sending unit float is sticking on a tank rib.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
2.2CL:
From VIN 19UYA1. . .VL006328
thru VL010295
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation number:
310301
Flat rate time:
0.6 hour
Failed P/N:
37800-SV4-A03
Defect code:
039
Contention code:
B01
Template ID:
96-051A
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Technical Manager or your Zone Office. You
must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Modify the fuel gauge sending unit.
1.
Remove the fuel tank access panel. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2.
Remove the fuel gauge sending unit.
