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Search Auto Parts Search 1996 Dodge Dakota gas gauge Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting jshamley New User Oct 18, 2010, 9:45 AM Post #1 of 3 (4527 views) 1996 Dodge Dakota gas gauge Sign In hello - I have a 1996 Dodge Dakota extra cab SLT V8 5.2L 318 with 160,000+ miles and the gas gauge has recently stopped working. for a while it would jump around and not give a true reading, but now it pretty much sits at the bottom all the time. if I fill the gas completely, then it will sit at full for about 50 miles before it jumps to the empty side. is this a computer issue? or is the gauge just bad? I have other interior power issues such as the radio not getting power and the driver door doesn't trigger the interior light or key buzzer anymore. It would be nice if all of these things were connected, but knowing my luck they are not. Throwing the truck into a river is not quite an option yet, so keep those comments to yourself thank you for any help! -Jeff (This post was edited by jshamley on Oct 18, 2010, 9:51 AM) Sidom Veteran / Moderator Oct 18, 2010, 12:52 PM Post #2 of 3 (4508 views) Re: 1996 Dodge Dakota gas gauge Sign In I would probably start off with checking the grounds on that. There should be a couple under the dash. I believe there are some near the center on the drivers side and they may be some on each side behind the kick panels. Check those out, make sure they are clean & tight.... jshamley New User Oct 18, 2010, 12:55 PM Post #3 of 3 (4504 views) Re: 1996 Dodge Dakota gas gauge Sign In cool - I just got a new blower motor resistor, so I have to get back in that area anyways and I will check these. thanks!   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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