Nissan Altima (L32) 2007-2012 Service Manual: The fuel gauge pointer does not move to "f" when
refueling
Description
The fuel gauge needle will not move to “F” position when refueling.
Diagnosis Procedure
1.OBSERVE FUEL GAUGE
Does it take a long time for the pointer to move to FULL position?
YES or NO
YES >> GO TO 2
NO >> GO TO 3
2.IDENTIFY FUELING CONDITION
Was the vehicle fueled with the ignition switch ON?
YES or NO
YES >> Be sure to fuel the vehicle with the ignition switch OFF. Otherwise,
it will take a long time to move
to FULL position because of the characteristic of the fuel gauge.
NO >> GO TO 3
3.OBSERVE VEHICLE POSITION
Is the vehicle parked on an incline?
YES or NO
YES >> Check the fuel level indication with vehicle on a level surface.
NO >> GO TO 4
4.OBSERVE FUEL GAUGE POINTER
During driving, does the fuel gauge pointer move gradually toward EMPTY
position?
YES or NO
YES >> Check the components. Refer to MWI-47, "Component Inspection".
NO >> The float arm may interfere or bind with any of the components in the fuel
tank.
Description
Fuel gauge needle will not move from a certain position.
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK COMBINATION METER INPUT SIGNAL
1. Select “METER/M&A” on CONSULT-III.
2. Using “FUEL M ...
Description
The oil pressure warning lamp stays off when the ignition switch is turned
ON.
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP
Perform IPDM E/R auto active test. Refer to PCS ...
The fuel gauge pointer does not move
The oil pressure warning lamp does not turn on