MSGal

My 2002 LS 430 also has a fuel gauge problem. When it first occurred, it was always during cold weather and the fuel indicator would show 'empty' along with the fuel light illuminated. Once the car warmed up, you could turn it off, then back on and the fuel guage would work properly. Now it shows empty, then occasionally if you turn it off and back on it will show the fuel half full. So far, I haven't determined if it's actually half full or completely full.

Needless to say, I would love to find a solution without having to spend $600.

Thanks!

The fuel gauge on my 2003 LS430 does not work right. It would only go to 3/4 after fill-up. It seems to be behaving like 3/4 is the full level. When the tank is approx. 1/4 full, the gauge drops to empty and the warning light comes on.

I understand that there is a bad cap issue for 90-94 ls400s. But I haven't seen a similar problem mentioned for 2003 models.

Any input on what the problem could be is much appreciated. Dealer says it may cost 600+ to fix! (without actually looking.. ). Could it be the sender unit? How do I check? I've been using "Miles since last fill" to figure out when to get gas :-(.

Thanks

SV.