Fuel gauge kaput- help!! away on a trip in 3hrs

[northantsandy]

Hi guys
I need a little help soon. Away for the weekend (Peak District) in 3 hrs and the fuel gauge is not working. The temp gauge is working though. I have checked the no43 fuse plug , seems ok. Have taken dash off no loose wires. Which wire is it in the dash?? If there is anyone in Kettering HELP!!!!

Northants

[lloydy]

reset the trip meter and refill every 200miles. Worry about it when you get back. None of my beetle had fuel gauges, just keep an eye on your milage

[Mocki]

tank holds 60l when full, average MPG 25, you will be safe for around 300 miles...... if in doubt refill after 200

enjoy your trip

[kevtherev]

have a look under the van andy see if any wires are broken around the fuel tank

either that or just fill it up and do dead reckoning

give yourself 23-25 mpg.. take note of the milage when full

have a good holiday

[northantsandy]

Thanks guys
Sound advice guys- thanks- only one problem , the milometer ??? has never worked- I'll just keep it topped up and worry when i get home.

Cheers
Andy

[northantsandy]

Kev
Is it best to look through the drivers side wheel arch for the top of the fuel tank.

Andy

[Mocki]

its almost impossible to see the sender wires and if you do, youll not be able to tell anything , if you are leaving in two hours, dont even go there.

you have a map? check mileage on the map before you leave, you have 200 miles with a full tank , with a healthy reserve, derbyshire isnt that far, you'll be fine... dont let it spoil your trip......

[R0B]

and take a can of fuel with you.just in case..

[tinman]

Everytime you see a petrol station, fill up! Can't go wrong

[northantsandy]

thank you all