The stated fuel capacity for a GEN2 and GEN3 S Series is 12. Its recomended that you don't run your vehicle down that low, things about the fuel pump needing to be submerged to keep cool, or sucking up the dregges of the tank bottom. I'm always latePrevious cars I have owned the fuel light low warning light has come on as the needle reaches the last marker. 5 gallons left,but the light wont come on till the needle barely registers on the gauge,i think there is still around a gallon left though oh rite, i dont think ive ran it that low, but sometime when i go round a corner when theres not much fuel left the fuel gauge nearly hits the needle It can also be caused by faulty hydraulic lifters, the wrong camshaft timing, a damaged head gasket, cracked cylinder walls, or a too-rich fuel mixture that’s washed the cylinder walls. 0 engine and auto trans. This occurs due to the shifting of the fuel in the tank. This seems to be something that many drivers wonder, and I wanted to answer it i. Our 2001 SL1 however, the fuel light consistently comes on at around 38 litres (10 US Gal). Fill up your tank when the light comes on. 1997 - 2003 Ford F150. The most common indicator that the camshaft position sensor is failing is a lit Check Engine light. A damaged, loose or wrongly fitted. ( had gone 167 miles). Your car has a 17. i got you all beat, 200 miles when my light comes on (still 8 gallons left in the tank though) I get a tad over 10mpg. The problem is when I open the driver or passanger door the interior light comes on then about30 secondes the door ajar light. The 1997 Ford Explorer fuel gauge can be stuck on fault because the fuel float is malfunctioning in the fuel tank. Likes: 1. Service procedures on fuel pressure test on 2001 Ford E350 Econoline Wagon 6. 6. 6 posts · Joined 2009. Vehicles known to drive longer after gas light comes on Based on 2015 vehicle models, a Toyota Camry has about 2. 1997 Ford Escort interior. " _____13021 posts · Joined 2005. )1. User #39589 23975 posts. #3 · Jul 24, 2018. How much gas left when gas light comes on? As a general rule, most cars have about 2. I replaced the gas cap, and reset the code, but within 48 hours the. Look at the bottom for dents and splits, the seam around. The light usually comes on around 200 miles, but I depend on the odometer more. So you run your truck until the low fuel warning light comes on then fill it to the brim. (analog gauge) good thing i have a new fuel pump now. Options. Parts usually come. Unreserved Range: 16. 2 gallons = about 44 miles. worked it out that ~4. 8 gallons left, so its up to you to figure out your mpg and. You should aim for one to two gallons of fuel in general. Camry SE- Hybrid: 13. Model. 1. Anytime this light comes on, you should get it checked out; a faulty sensor might not be so bad, but there are many other, more serious things that can trigger this light. At 120K engine lost two head bolts (cracked just past the head) on opposite corners. First, check your vehicle's owner's manual to determine the fuel capacity of your tank and write it down. However, the actual distance you. Pull off the road as soon as is safely possible. Civic fuel economy is 31 mpg and tank size of 14-GL with remaining gas is 1. 957 gallons (327 miles driven/20 gallon tank =16. 41 miles. Leaking Valves Or Valve Seats. S. 98. 99 . But there's an easy way to test it. How much fuel is left in the F-150 when the low fuel light comes on? For my 1997 Ford F-150 XLT 4x2 Triton v8 4. Try a few basics. If your ECM is adjusting the engine to run too rich this could happen. -1. 1. I drive with the light on until it reads around 12 miles remaining on range. EPA Combined City/Hwy. How much fuel is left when the light comes on in a Chevy Silverado? 30 miles. jmo Edit: didnt' answer question, seems like the 2000 X has around 4 gal, the 02 has around 6 to 8, and the 05 has round 4-6 left. 75 and 7. In my car it's roughly 2 gallons (7. Even if you find a good mechanic, if you’re like me, you shiver at the thought of paying hundreds of dollars for major vehicle repairs. WARNING:not all models have low fuel warning lights. 6. Service engine light shows Diagnostic code P0300, random misfire. 0 imperial gallons. The Lexus LS400 gets around 24-mpg on the open highway. If you continue cranking power should remain present. Misses at idle, seems to run fine above idle and while driving. Planning Ahead For Fuel: A Necessity For Drivers. ^^^ And all of this *assumes* that the sensor is accurately reflecting the fuel in the tank. Also, when draining engine. 1997 F350 "check engine" light. Something like this using a GPS with my 9. Received 112 Likes on 111 Posts. replaced due to sender assembly rusting out. 9. The stated fuel capacity for a GEN2 and GEN3 S Series is 12. Peace out! BB '04 VTX 1800C, V&H Big Shots, PCIII to play with and just gettin' started. Will your 2001 ford escort transmission work. This may result in a gasoline odor from the vehicle as a result of the escaping vapors. 6 gallons left in the tank when the light comes on. On my TJ, I find that when the light comes on I have about 3-4 gallons of gas left. BHPian . overheating problem could be blown. The Distance to Empty is located on the first screen under Trip 1 or Trip 2 in. i got you all beat, 200 miles when my light comes on (still 8 gallons left in the tank though) I get a tad over 10mpg. There are several reasons you might be getting backfires and hesitation. 7 parts air to 1 part fuel in the air-fuel mixture. ^^^ And all of this *assumes* that the sensor is accurately reflecting the fuel in the tank. 2002 Aurora 4. Escort LX: 1996 or 1997 (. Easily calculated. 6 gallons of fuel left in the tank. When the low fuel light comes on, you only have 2, maybe three gallons left in the tank. After about 20 of these fill ups, I found that I am on average, putting in 12. The question is if I have a 38 gallon tank (long bed) why did it only take 32. 8 V10 please. If you get it started, go to an Auto Zone and get a computer read out to see if it will tell you what the issue is. ok oldskewel this is for you B) so gas light comes on at 45 miles left (according to gps) i had a 2 gallon container filled with gas in my gf's car (im not putting that in my interior to smell up my car) anyways i was to drive till i ran out and then call her! well i started about 8:35 knowing the gas station i fill up at closed around 10. The light is on again. Engine misses at idle and under acceleration, if kick gas pedal down til engine reaches between 3200 to 4000 RPM. Code P0171 is caused by the fuel system running too lean (Bank 1). tanks (21 & an eighth) and I also need about 17. 5 gallons left in the tank when the gas light comes on. I read somewhere that you should always keep your tank above half fuel as this will give you the most for your money. For example: The Ford Focus can last another 35-80 miles when the low-fuel light comes on, while the Nissan Versa can run up to 104 miles more. checked the fuel pump and had 8. For example – the Lexus ES has a 15. This isn’t triggered by a standardised amount of remaining fuel, although most independant estimates suggest lights typically engage at 10% to 15% of a tank’s capacity. 2005 4Runner SR5 V6, Factory 17s, Roof Rack, nerf bars, BFG A/Ts, Thule MOAB Basket, Thule Hull-A-Port, Thule Terrapin Cargo box, Ventshade Bugflector, Putco Window Visors,. The difference in distance between empty and 4 gallons could be the difference between a hospital or a gas station. Because of your expertise, you armed me with enough ammunition to. 3. For certain cars, and depending on. Compare all 1997 Ford Escort features and specs side-by-side in one place. Reply Like. light goes I have a 1997 f 150 4x4. 5-2 gallons. If you take the car's rated fuel capacity (14. If you know how much gas the tank holds and the you have 1/3 gal left, divide 210 miles by how much you used to get miles per gallon then multiple by 1/3 for miles for the reserve. The computer will do avg if you just reset it at every fillup!53. I have a 1997 Ford Escort Sport. . 6 gallons (the Toyota Prius) to 4 gallons (the Toyota Tundra and GMC Sierra Denali) left in the tank when the low-fuel warning light comes on. /. The 2 gallons leftover gives us the amount of gas in the tank when the low fuel light comes on. 5 posts · Joined 2017. When the fuel light is illuminated in this car, it means that there are 3. 1 gallons. The car has 113,000. Mileage on car is only 90 thousand. So, if your car or SUV gets 20 mpg, assume that you can drive about 50 miles after your gas light goes on until the sickening realization that you are. Reply Quote. . If you continue cranking power should remain present. December 14, 2007 about Toyota RAV4. # 5. Since then the idle, when warm, stays at roughly (no tack) 1300 RPM for several minutes, then falls to roughly 600-700 RPM. Fuel filter problems can also cause the Check Engine Light to come on. 1, Try turning the key and moving the shift from park to drive and back. Service engine light shows Diagnostic code P0300, random misfire. I have a 98, and my light comes on around 225 ish miles at 15-16 combined MPG's. The light can come on even if your alternator belt is intact and your alternator is charging well, but your battery connections are keeping the electrical circuit from properly electrifying the car's systems. Do no let your new Toyota run out of gas, because it may damage the catalytic converter. Does vehicle age, condition and road condition impact how far you can drive after the gas light. Oxygen sensor malfunction. Ford Senior Master Technic. 9. # 9. Happily, this is a much simpler repair than some other issues on this list. 1999 - 2003 7. Toyota Camry estimated driving range when the fuel gauge shows empty. The fuel pump starts sending pressurized gas into the engine. My car is off by a gallon, so there's actually 3. Each has approximately 1/16 of a tank left when the fuel light comes on. It seems to have several gallons worth of an air pocket in there. But the actual fuel economy will depend on the model or year of your honda accord or your driving conditions and the weather. It seals the combustion chambers, as well as the coolant and oil passages. Likes: 40. Even then don't forget that the fuel pump can't pull every last. when the gauge is in the red you have around 1. I would recomend trying it a couple of times to make sure it's some what accurate. . NOTE: The results listed below are simply best-estimates at your remaining milage once your gas light has come on. Logic suggests there may be some that are off in the other direction, so maybe there's only 1. That will tell you how much is left in the tank when showing empty. A leaking or blown head gasket can allow coolant to enter the combustion chamber. The owners manual states that the fuel tank has a capacity of 100 liters = 26. Test vehicle: 2003 LX470 I was able to get about 2. #2 · Feb 21, 2011. i looked at my digital read out today right after the light came on, it states i have 50 miles to go till the tank is empty but i dont go lower than when it shows 35 miles till empty. You will then know how much fuel is left in the tank when the light comes on. 4 gallon tank. The Corolla has a low fuel light that comes on when the vehicle’s fuel tank is low on fuel. Yes, you can typically drive 25 miles with the gas light on, as most vehicles have a reserve of approximately 2-3 gallons when the light comes on. Thats about 16. (right) & 577-7046 (left), or KB0367 for the pair; about $6 each. Remove the EGR to check valve operation. An easy way to test it is to fill up completely and start driving. and our calculators will automatically determine a best guess for the number of miles remaining when your car's gas light comes on!. 5 gallons left when it says "FUEL LEVEL LOW.