Is it fuel filter or something else??

Asked by Ross Feb 24, 2018 at 10:43 PM about the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring Wagon FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I put 13.4 gallons into my tank to make it full, I reset the trip before I left the
gas station.  I drove 152.6 miles and it now sits two needle lengths away
from E.  It used to get 26mpg, that's what the previous owner told me (family
friend).  My dad thinks it could be the fuel filter.  I'm recovering from a hernia
surgery, so I can't really go out and troubleshoot.  Just would like some ideas
for when I am able to get my dad or someone to come over and do the work
for me. Thank you for any advice in advance.

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Brian answered 6 years ago

I have few ideas it might be. A gas leak somewhere, faulty fuel sender, the actual gauge/cluster issue. If you can smell gas then find out where it is before driving around again. Only other idea is someone siphoned your gas.

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Bob answered 6 years ago

I would refill the gas tank and calculate the fuel mileage. Either it is using fuel like crazy or the fuel sender that operates the gauge has an issue.

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