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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Fuel Sender Gauge

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Fuel Sender Gauge
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  1. Main Sender Inspection -  Measure the resistance between terminals No. 1 and 2 for each float position. See Fig 1. See INSPECTING FUEL MAIN SENDER GAUGE RESISTANCE  table. If resistance value is not as specified, replace the main sender gauge.
    INSPECTING FUEL MAIN SENDER GAUGE RESISTANCE

    Float Position mm (in.) Resistance (Ohms)
    F: Approx. 23.6-29.6 (0.927-1.167) Approx. 1-3
    E: Approx. 135.9-141.9 (5.348-5.588) Approx. 37.7-39.7
  2. Sub Sender Inspection -  Measure the resistance between terminals No. 1 and 2 for each float position. See Fig 2. See INSPECTING FUEL SUB SENDER GAUGE RESISTANCE  table. If resistance value is not as specified, replace the sub sender gauge.
    INSPECTING FUEL SUB SENDER GAUGE RESISTANCE

    Float Position In. (mm) Resistance (Ohms)
    F: Approx. -0.026-0.214 (-0.6-5.4) Approx. 1-3
    E: Approx. 174.2-180.2 (6.856-7.096) Approx. 70.3-72.3
Fig 1: Testing Main Fuel Gauge Sending Unit
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