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04 Jag VDP fuel gauge reads low, but its not!

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Old 08-24-2015, 04:32 PM
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Default 04 Jag VDP fuel gauge reads low, but its not!

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I have an 04 Jaguar VDP that the fuel gauge reads low and the warning light is on, yet there is 3" of fuel in the tank (verified by removing the passenger side fuel module and measuring the fuel depth) The driver side sending unit was replaced due to a leak around the sending unit gasket. BUT, the fuel gauge was acting up prior to that repair.
I found a TSB on how to do an instrument panel self test, but it does not work on the VDP model.
Anybody had this problem? and what was the fix?
 
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Old 08-24-2015, 05:52 PM
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This is a common problem. I had the same issue on my 2008 XJ and it was fixed by replacing BOTH sending units. The factory replacement parts are supposed to be better then the original ones according to my mechanic.
 
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Old 08-24-2015, 05:57 PM
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Originally Posted by drgrcr
Hello all,
I have an 04 Jaguar VDP that the fuel gauge reads low and the warning light is on ............
Welcome to the forum drgrcr,

I've moved your question from General Tech Help to X350 forum. Members here with the same model will be able to help.

Please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some info about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see. In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.

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sending unit wiring may be restricting the float operation. May be worth checking the Jag service manual for specifics and reinstalling sensor.

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Old 08-31-2015, 11:25 PM
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Before you do anything drastic, put a bottle of Chevron Techron fuel system cleaner in a full tank. I read about it on this forum somewhere that the sending unit gets dirty or a film develops. I had the same problem and the Chevron additive worked. I may have done it twice in a row. I now use it once or twice a year and I've never had the problem return. A bit pricey for an additive but worth it if it fixes your problem.


http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/c...-20-oz.-65740/
 
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Default Rear module location?

Anybody know were the rear control module is located?
 
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