Fuel Level Sensor

2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Fuel Level Sensor

The fuel level sensor is integrated with the fuel pump, which is located in the fuel tank. The sensor outputs an electric resistance signal that varies with movement of its float to indicate the level of the fuel remaining in the tank.

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Pump Assembly, Fuel Level Sensor, Float And Fuel Temperature Sensor
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