Fuel Guage
11-11-2005, 05:13 PM
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Hey funny... I was reading the M5 messageboard and came across this thread... I've never noticed myself buy some claim that the E39 and probably the E60 Needle Fuel Guage is actually just a analog representation of the digital estimated range you're going to get out of the tank.
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=61908
Can anyone confirm?
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=61908
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='196966' date='Nov 11 2005, 09:13 PM
Hey funny... I was reading the M5 messageboard and came across this thread... I've never noticed myself buy some claim that the E39 and probably the E60 Needle Fuel Guage is actually just a analog representation of the digital estimated range you're going to get out of the tank.
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=61908
Can anyone confirm?
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=61908
Can anyone confirm?
11-11-2005, 05:47 PM
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One thing I know is that the fuel gauge is digital as it uses sensors to detect the level of fuel in your car. And it is bloody expensive to replace it, my E39 broke down last time because the fuel gauge is not correct and we ran out of fuel. Usually when we fill up, we would leave the key in position 1 where the music is on right? I found that it will affect the reading of the fuel so I just shut off the whole car now when refueling.
11-11-2005, 05:50 PM
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Originally Posted by AC_S5' post='196992' date='Nov 11 2005, 06:47 PM
Usually when we fill up, we would leave the key in position 1 where the music is on right?
11-11-2005, 05:59 PM
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Well, I don't have that problem to worry about. When I am in Canada, the pump doesn't have those clicks where you can hold the trigger I have to use the fuel cap if I don't want to wait outside when it is -40 celcius, but doesn't work well with the BMW's cap.
Now that I am in HK, all station is full service so I don't even need to get out.
Now that I am in HK, all station is full service so I don't even need to get out.
11-11-2005, 06:13 PM
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Originally Posted by AC_S5' post='196996' date='Nov 11 2005, 06:59 PM
Well, I don't have that problem to worry about. When I am in Canada, the pump doesn't have those clicks where you can hold the trigger I have to use the fuel cap if I don't want to wait outside when it is -40 celcius, but doesn't work well with the BMW's cap.
Now that I am in HK, all station is full service so I don't even need to get out.
Now that I am in HK, all station is full service so I don't even need to get out.
Full service? FORGET IT! let me fill it up myself and pay less.. unless its -40 degress then I'll want full service.
LA weather... I'll pump my own.
11-11-2005, 06:19 PM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
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523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
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2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
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Well, I don't have that problem to worry about. When I am in Canada, the pump doesn't have those clicks where you can hold the trigger I have to use the fuel cap if I don't want to wait outside when it is -40 celcius, but doesn't work well with the BMW's cap.
Now that I am in HK, all station is full service so I don't even need to get out.
Now that I am in HK, all station is full service so I don't even need to get out.
Full service? FORGET IT! let me fill it up myself and pay less.. unless its -40 degress then I'll want full service.
LA weather... I'll pump my own.[/quote]
I don't mind doing it myself, I have never used full service in Canada. But here I have no choice. I think the same goes for Japan, have you been there and seen their gas station. The pump is at the ceiling and the nozzle hangs from the ceiling now that's space saving.
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='196966' date='Nov 11 2005, 06:13 PM
Hey funny... I was reading the M5 messageboard and came across this thread... I've never noticed myself buy some claim that the E39 and probably the E60 Needle Fuel Guage is actually just a analog representation of the digital estimated range you're going to get out of the tank.
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=61908
Can anyone confirm?
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=61908
Can anyone confirm?
11-11-2005, 07:15 PM
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If you read down to the bottom of the thread that was originally referenced, the guy posting states that the manual clearly says that the fuel guage is an actual representation of how much is in the tank. That seems to be a logical answer---wouldn't make sense for it to adjust when you have the on-board computer giving you estimated distance left until empty.
11-11-2005, 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by hoopsrob' post='197045' date='Nov 11 2005, 08:15 PM
If you read down to the bottom of the thread that was originally referenced, the guy posting states that the manual clearly says that the fuel guage is an actual representation of how much is in the tank. That seems to be a logical answer---wouldn't make sense for it to adjust when you have the on-board computer giving you estimated distance left until empty.