Gas Gage on 87 Sentra

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Bible John - 30 Mar 2007 03:54 GMT

Why does the Gas logo light up when the gas tank is not on empty? And
how many miles can one get when the gage first lights up? I did not get
gas coming home from work, and I am about 15-17 miles from the nearest
gas station. The gage icon did not light up till a few miles from my
house. However my gas gage says that the tank is not on empty.

I have done this before, and hope I have a while till it runs out
completely.

What do you say?

John

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Joe - 30 Mar 2007 04:02 GMT

> Why does the Gas logo light up when the gas tank is not on empty? And
> how many miles can one get when the gage first lights up? I did not get
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> What do you say?

25 to 75 miles depending on driving astyle, the way the sensor is
calibrated, car's tuning, etc.

You could carry a can of gas with you and test it... But it's probably not
worth it. Just fill it up at 1/4 tank all the time. Helps avid
condensation in the gas tank anyhow - which keeps rust and other problems at
bay.

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Bible John - 30 Mar 2007 04:58 GMT

> 25 to 75 miles depending on driving astyle, the way the sensor is
> calibrated, car's tuning, etc.
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> condensation in the gas tank anyhow - which keeps rust and other problems at
> bay.

I have some bad habits.

Well I think I'll be okay.

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