when my gas gage hits 35 miles left the miles left disapers and the empty tank lites up how far can i drive that way
my gas gage reads 35 miles left then the mile left disapears and the gas light comes how many actual miles can I drive before empty
My car has 27853 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hello. I would trust the gauge. I’m guessing somewhere around 35 miles. It’s good practice to not run your vehicle that close to being out of fuel. If there is ever an emergency, you won’t have time to stop to get gas, and if you were to hit unexpected traffic on the highway, you could end up stranded.
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Generally speaking, you will be able to drive between 30 and 50 (0r more) miles even after the light comes on. Which means that even if the gas light comes on, it may not be time to panic yet. You do still have time.
On average, the Hyundai Elantra can go about 30 miles on empty.
After 20,000 milesof driving this car it has been my experience that when the low fuel light comes on, you will put in about 10 gallons of gas to fill the tank, assuming you gas up immediately. That means if you figure a low of 30mpg, you easily have 100 miles of range before you would be in danger of running out.
From 10 miles to 50 miles of extra distance, how far you can travel on an empty tank does depend on the make and model of your car. Once the fuel light comes on, the average distance you can drive your car is usually around 49 miles.
In other words, with some exceptions (Korean-made models, for example), most vehicles can go another approximately 90 to 130 kilometres before the engine sputters and dies, forcing the driver to walk all the way to the nearest gas station or call a roadside assistance service.
Fuel sensors work by measuring the voltage across a variable resistor within the sensing system, to determine the amount of fuel in the vehicle, which is then relayed to the driver via the indicating system.
Cruise control can help you become more fuel-efficient and can help you save an average of 7-14% on gas thanks to its ability to maintain a continuous speed. In comparison, the constant change in acceleration and deceleration of the driver placing their foot over the pedals can eat more gas.
Yes: The alternator, which is powered by the engine, is what provides energy to the air conditioner. The engine runs on fuel, meaning you are using up gas when you run the AC. With that said, enjoying a bit of cool air doesn`t necessarily mean you`re being inefficient.
1 Answer. The light flashes when you are going low on fuel (1 gallon left IIRC), and a solid light means get fuel now (1/2 gallon left). Now, if you have a full tank (i.e. > 1 gallon), and it is still flashing, the problem is most likely a stuck tank level float.
2022 Hyundai Tucson MPG Ratings
This fuel-efficient SUV has an EPA-estimated 26 MPG City/33 MPG Highway* on its 2.5L engine and 38 MPG City/38 MPG Highway* on its 1.6L Hybrid engine.
45 mph takes about 40 minutes to do 30 miles. 50 mph takes 36 minutes to go 30 miles. 55 mph takes about 32 minutes to travel 30 miles. 60 mph takes 30 minutes to do 30 miles.
You can drive anywhere from 30 miles to 50 miles on empty, depending on the type of car you have. In general, you can expect the gas warning light to illuminate when your tank is at 10–15% capacity. So, if your car gets about 300 miles out of a tank of gas, you can probably go 30–45 miles once the gas light comes on.
We asked 1,000 Brits how far they believe they can drive, on average, once the fuel warning light has lit up and 37% think it`s less than 20 miles. However, our research has revealed that in an emergency, you`d actually be able to drive over double that distance (around 50 miles), before running out of petrol.
The low fuel warning light has one purpose: to tell drivers that their fuel tanks are running low. If the yellow fuel pump symbol turns on, you need to drive to a gas station and fill up your fuel tank. Your car`s driveability isn`t affected, and you can still drive safely.
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In most cars, the reserve fuel level is about 10 to 15 percent of the total amount the tank can hold.
This issue is usually caused by one of a few issues – either the float has separated from the metal arm and isn`t sending any information about fuel level, the variable resistor is faulty and malfunctioning, or the wires in the system have corroded and are no longer sending information.
After filling your tank, your car`s gas gauge may stay on full for a day or two before the needle starts creeping toward empty. That`s because auto engineers have calibrated our gas gauges to lie to us.
With a fuel economy rating of an EPA-estimated 26 city and 33 highway mpg with regular gas FWD models and the standard 14.3-gallon fuel tank, Hyundai customers near Orlando, FL, can expect a driving range of around 371.8 city miles and 471.9 highway miles on one fill-up.
Midsize conventional gasoline cars achieve their best fuel economy at 55 mph. The fuel economy of midsize conventional diesel cars declines gradually from 45 to 55 mph and then drops quickly thereafter. The midsize hybrid electric vehicle loses efficiency more evenly between 45 and 75 mph.
Slow Down and Drive Conservatively
For light-duty vehicles, for example, every 5 mph you drive over 50 mph is like paying $0.30 more per gallon of gas (based on the price of gas at $4.32 per gallon). Reducing your speed by 5 to 10 mph can improve fuel economy by 7%–14%.
The reduction in power leads the car to accelerate more slowly. Benefits of eco mode include using less gas and creating fewer emissions. Eco mode works best when driving at a relaxed pace.
Well, that depends on a number of factors, including your car, the weather conditions and your speed, among others. However, in general, studies have shown that having your windows down conserves more fuel than running the AC.
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Keeping your gas tank more than half full limits the danger of running out of gas, and it can save you from costly repairs.
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when my gas gage hits 35 miles left the miles left disapers and the empty tank lites up how far can i drive that way
ANSWER : Hello. I would trust the gauge. I’m guessing somewhere around 35 miles. It’s good practice to not run your vehicle that close to being out of fuel. If there is ever an emergency, you won’t have time to stop to get gas, and if you were to hit unexpected traffic on the highway, you could end up stranded.
Fuel range indicator says I can drive 180 miles until empty. I drive half a mile and the indicator already says 165 miles left. What’s wrong?
ANSWER : This calculation your car performs is a constantly varying calculation due to a couple of things. One part of this calculation is based upon the driving habits of the driver and how the throttle is used in combination with how much fuel is left in the tank. The computer calculates a running average of the fuel used relative to how much fuel is in the tank. As you use more throttle consistently, this average mileage to empty calculation goes down. However, if you feel something is definitely out of the ordinary, have a certified technician, such as one from YourMechanic, diagnose your car’s fuel mileage issue.
When refilling gas tank, gas overflows before tank is full.
ANSWER : The most common cause of this type of problem is when the fuel filler neck’s inner tube comes off of the neck itself. You will need to have the filler neck removed to check to see if the inner tube was knocked off from someone trying to get fuel out of tank with a siphon hose and managed to knock the hose off. This causes the tank to not get filled properly and the inner hose can get caught in the fuel sender causing wrong readings.
If you’d like to get this fixed, consider YourMechanic, as a certified technician can help you service your fuel filler neck and ensure that your fuel gauge functions normally. Good luck.
Lost half a tank of fuel in less than 2 miles. the tank is empty. can’t see a leak
ANSWER : I would first get a 5 gallon gas can and put it in the tank to see if gas gauge registers the fuel. Then turn on the key and listen for fuel pump operation to see if pump runs. Recheck for any leaks in the engine compartment and under truck. Pull out oil dipstick to see if you are overfull of oil and it smells like fuel. You may have a bad fuel pressure regulator that leaked all the excess fuel into the engine real fast. You would of noticed the engine running rough or blowing black smoke. I suggest you get some help from a certified technician, like one from YourMechanic, if you can’t pinpoint the leak.
Car getting low gas mileage
ANSWER : Yes, 16 mpg is very low for a Kia Rondo, especially with the amount of highway driving you do daily. Start with basics like the air filter and tire pressure, which are two big items that will rob you of fuel economy.
The parking brake adjustment should be checked as a dragging parking brake which will kill gas mileage. One last thing to look at would be having the faults read out of the engine computer.
If there are faults preventing the computer from going into an open loop operation, the engine computer might stay in a preprogrammed closed loop and not meter the fuel as efficiently as it could for driving conditions. You may want to enlist the help of a mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, who will have the expertise to examine the decreased gas mileage that the vehicle is exhibiting and recommend corrections to get the fuel economy back where it belongs.
starter switch replaced and do you have the computer to reset it. Also need help to put my new gas tank in. I have taken all bolts
ANSWER : Hello. After replacing the ignition switch on your vehicle you should be able to reprogram it manually. Putting the key into the ignition and leaving it there for a few seconds until an indicator comes up on the dashboard saying “key teach in progress” . After doing that 3-4 times the vehicle should start up as normal. We may be able to get a technician out to you today depending on what area you are in. I will inform customer support of your need for assistance right now but it may be beneficial to call 844-249-6752 and use their call back feature to get the fastest assistance possible.
Faulty gas gauge or sending unit?
ANSWER : This is a problem likely related to your fuel tank sending unit. This is a small float type component inside your fuel tank that measures the level of the fuel inside the tank. As the fuel level drops, the float level changes and sends a signal to the car’s computer which then displays the reading on the fuel gauge in your dash. If you need assistance with this, I would recommend having an expert from YourMechanic come to your location to diagnose the issue and repair your fuel sending unit as necessary.
Gas gauge malfunctioning and Service Engine Light on
ANSWER : Thank you for asking about your 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD. More than likely, the problem is the fuel sensor, which is built into the fuel sending unit. This assembly is mounted in the gas tank. This is a common problem with vehicles like yours. Symptoms include incorrect fuel gauge readings and an illuminated Check Engine Light. I recommend having a professional, such as one from YourMechanic, inspect this problem and replace the fuel sensor if necessary.
