Fuel Gauge - Drops 1/4 to 1/2 Tank While Driving
NUMBER: 08-024-01GROUP: Electrical
DATE: Nov. 2, 2001
SUBJECT:
Fuel Gauge Indicator Visibly Drops 1/4 To 1/2 Tank While Driving
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves inspecting the Leak Detection Pump (LDP) air filter hose for a kink and repositioning the hose if required.
MODELS:
2001 - 2002 (RS) Town & Country/Caravan/Voyager
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO RS VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE SEPTEMBER 30, 2001.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
With the fuel tank at 3/4 full or less, and after driving the vehicle for 10 minutes or at least 6 miles, the fuel gauge indictor may visibly drop 1/4 to 1/2 of a tank providing an erroneous reading. The fuel gauge indicator returns to a correct reading after the engine has been shut off and the vehicle has sat for 5 to 8 minutes.
DIAGNOSIS:
Due to the nature of this issue, perform the Repair Procedure if a vehicle operator complains that the fuel gauge visibly drops while driving.
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
THIS REPAIR IS COMPATIBLE WITH DAIMLERCHRYSLER'S MOBILE SERVICE PROGRAM AND DOES NOT REQUIRE HOISTS OR OTHER FULL SERVICE FACILITY SPECIAL EQUIPMENT.
WARNING:
THIS REPAIR INVOLVES WORK NEAR THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD CROSSOVER TUBE. ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V-6 ENGINES, WAIT FOR THE ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE PERFORMING THIS REPAIR OR PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.
1. Open and support the hood.
2. Use a shop light to inspect the LDP air filter hose for kinks or restrictions as shown in (Fig. 1). The LDP air filter hose is located underneath and to the left of the power brake booster. Move aside any wiring or hoses that prevents a clear view of the entire LDP air filter hose.
3. If the hose is kinked, detach the hose from the filter and reposition it in a manner that eliminates the restriction.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE
FAILURE CODE