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Fuel Gauge Sender Replacement Service

How much does a Fuel Gauge Sender Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Pontiac Tempest Fuel Gauge Sender Replacement is $343 with $210 for parts and $133 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1990 Pontiac TempestV6-3.1LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$581.25Shop/Dealer Price$700.31 - $1026.01
1988 Pontiac TempestL4-2.0LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$562.75Shop/Dealer Price$682.84 - $1009.31
1991 Pontiac TempestL4-2.2LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$553.25Shop/Dealer Price$672.34 - $998.05
1988 Pontiac TempestV6-2.8LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$562.75Shop/Dealer Price$682.80 - $1009.24
1990 Pontiac TempestL4-2.2LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$553.25Shop/Dealer Price$672.36 - $998.09
1991 Pontiac TempestV6-3.1LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$553.25Shop/Dealer Price$672.34 - $998.05
1989 Pontiac TempestL4-2.0LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$570.25Shop/Dealer Price$690.13 - $1016.44
1987 Pontiac TempestL4-2.0LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$570.25Shop/Dealer Price$690.69 - $1017.42
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What is the Fuel Gauge Sender all about?

The fuel gauge sender is a fairly simple component that is located in your car’s fuel tank. It consists of a float that is connected to a metal rod. The end of this thin rod is mounted to a resistor, which measures electrical flow. When there is more resistance, less current flows. A slider connected to the fuel gauge slides on the metal strip, and delivers current to the resistor from the gauge. If the slider is close the grounded side, there is less resistance, and if it’s at the end of the strip, there is more resistance. The fuel gauge on your dash interprets the resistance and indicates the fuel level with a needle on your cluster. If the fuel gauge sender isn’t working, you will get an inaccurate reading on your fuel gauge.

Keep in mind:

  • Fuel gauge inaccuracy may not be due to a faulty fuel gauge sender – something as simple as the shape of the tank can affect the position of the float and throw the reading off.

How it's done:

  • The battery is disconnected and the fuel tank is removed
  • The defective fuel gauge sender is removed
  • The new fuel sender is installed and adjusted
  • The fuel tank is reinstalled and the battery reconnected
  • The repair is verified and the fuel gauge sender tested for proper operation

Our recommendation:

Variations in gas gauge readings are common, but if you notice a significant difference in what the gauge tells you, and what you know is in your car gas tank, have one of our expert mechanics diagnose the problem with the fuel gauge sender and replace it if necessary.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Fuel Gauge Sender?

  • Fuel gauge only reads empty
  • Fuel gauge only reads full
  • Fuel gauge reads inaccurately or intermittently

How important is this service?

The fuel gauge is a convenience item; if you run out of fuel, you may be stranded. If your fuel gauge sender has failed or is working intermittently, have it replaced when you can. Make sure to fuel up regularly to avoid running out of fuel.

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Chris did a great job inspecting the vehicle, I live in GA and wanted to purchase a car in CA so I needed an unbiased third party to look at it for me. My primary concern was that the car was represented accurately in the online ad (there are a lot of scams online now), which he did, we had a great conversation after the inspection which did a lot to comfort my concerns. This was a "project" car and needed to be evaluated accordingly, it was something that I had planned on doing a restoration on so I knew it needed some work. My only critique is that when the car was delivered there was a little more rust than I had expected, I wish that he had pointed that out, I accept some of the responsibility for not asking enough questions during our conversation. Overall I am extremely happy with the inspection service and would highly recommend Chris .

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He did a great job he was on time very nice guy I would recommend him to anyone.

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Terry was very thorough when explaining what was going on with my car. He goes over and beyond what is required. I recommended him to do a job for my cousin. We have had a great experience. Thank you Terry for doing a great job.

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