For about a month now my 05 Malibu has been giving me an issue every time I fill up on gas. After the nozzle clicks once letting me know that it is full, I take the nozzle out. When I start the car, the gas needle goes up to full and stays there for about 3 miles or so. Then it suddenly goes to empty and I get the LOW FUEL message and the steady check engine light. After driving 30 more miles, the needle fixes it self and goes to the correct level of gas. It works fine for the rest of the time until I fill up again. For example, if it shows that I have 3/4 left, it really has 3/4 left. Also, once the needle fixes it self, I unscrew the gas tank lid and screw it back on to turn off the engine light.
What could be causing this issue? I understand it might be the fuel sending unit, but its not doing it constantly. Just after fill up. How could I easily fix this without taking it to the dealer? How do I get to the gas tank without lowering it (if possible)?
Any help or insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
What could be causing this issue? I understand it might be the fuel sending unit, but its not doing it constantly. Just after fill up. How could I easily fix this without taking it to the dealer? How do I get to the gas tank without lowering it (if possible)?
Any help or insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
