Gas gauge goes to full, then drops to empty

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when I turn on the car, the gas gauge shoots to full and then drops to below empty and does not allow the car to turn over. what could this be? and how much should it cost to fix?

kimkarzin in Murrieta CA

Jun 26, 2009

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Gas gauge goes to full, then drops to empty

What is your question?

when I turn on the car, the gas gauge shoots to full and then drops to below empty and does not allow the car to turn over. what could this be? and how much should it cost to fix?

kimkarzin in Murrieta CA

Jun 26, 2009

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danddon Jun 28, 2009

It sounds like you have an electrical problem, possibly a short some where. Finding a short is a step by step process of eliminating 1 circuit at a time. It could take many hours or 5 minutes if you get lucky.

yorkgym1on Nov 8, 2009

get some gas

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RepairPal Certified shops can diagnose and repair your 1995 BMW 318ti. They provide transparent pricing with a minimum 12-month or 12,000-mile warranty on repairs and services.

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