Fuel Level Sensor Inspection

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Fuel Level Sensor Inspection
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Reference: FUEL LEVEL SENSOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 

  • Check that resistance between terminals "a" and "b" of fuel level sensor changes with change of float position.
  • Check resistance between terminals "a" and "b" at each float position in the following.

    If the measured value is out of specification, replace.

    Fuel level sensor specifications 

    FUEL LEVEL SENSOR SPECIFICATIONS

    Float Position Resistance (Ω)
    Full Upper "c" 204 mm (8.03 in.) 40 ± 2
    Full Lower "d" 32 mm (1.26 in.) 280 ± 3.3
    Fig 1: Inspecting Fuel Level Sensor
    G06867208Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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