When does your fuel light come on

[turbo2004]

Originally Posted by PT_Sean

For those that store the PT, or other vehicle, in the winter, should store it with the tank FULL.

I am asking this question, because I do not live in extreme cold weather. What happens if you do not store the PT with tank not full?

[Ali N I]

That was the reason for my question in the first place, while I dont refill before the 1/4 mark I did always fill before the light come on. Now it comes on way earlier then the red area and its a bit annoying actually.

[dev]

As far as miles goes, mine came on today around 275 miles on the odometer.
That puts the needle slightly above the red line.
Filled it with 11.9 gal. of gas. Thus leaving 3.1 gal. remaining in the tank.

[Ali N I]

I cant talk mileage numbers yet cause the car doesnt even have 500 miles on it. Plus Im enjoying the turbo too much (insert smiley representing face being pulled back under acceleration)

[GR8 PT]

good one PT-Tom......my wife don't drive my pt..
but she does tell me when her buick needs gas lol..

[PT_Sean]

Originally Posted by turbo2004

I am asking this question, because I do not live in extreme cold weather. What happens if you do not store the PT with tank not full?

Not sure that anything will happen- its a preventitive measure to fill your tank when you store your vehicle. A full tank means there is no exposed fuel tank surface area (inside) and you reduce the chance of condensation (water) from forming inside the tank.

[dante21]

Originally Posted by MX-5

Mine never comes on.

As a mechanic, I know that the fuel is the only coolant for the fuel pump module.
I know how expensive they are.
I know what a pain it is to remove the gas tank to change the pump.


I also know that I make a killing from car owners who need a new pump only because they didn't refuel at 1/4 tank. It's that simple. Refuel above 1/4 tank, and your fuel pump will last a long, long time.

Well since I trust (and like) you I will take that advise. I usually just try to see how much mpg I can get but by the 1/4th point you can get a good estimate. Thanks for the advise and I guess I am one less person you will make a killing off of

[DJ RickH10]

Mine only comes on when it hits the red marker on the fuel gauge. Do you suppose maybe that so many people were burning up their fuel pumps by letting their gas get so low, they raised the amount of fuel left to give you a better warning to prevent this from happening? Makes sense to me! And I am not surprised you've got your pedal to the metal & thoroughly enjoying your new ride!

[PTurb'd]

Originally Posted by Ali N I

always fill before the light come on.

Light??? What light???

[midcoastme]

Mine comes on whenever I turn on the ignition to start the car...otherwise I don't see it, as I don't let it go below 1/4 tank for the reasons already posted.