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BMW 740Li xDrive Fuel Gauge Sender Replacement at your home or office.

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Fuel Gauge Sender Replacement Service

How much does a Fuel Gauge Sender Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW 740Li xDrive Fuel Gauge Sender Replacement is $342 with $200 for parts and $142 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2015 BMW 740Li xDriveL6-3.0L TurboService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$572.13Shop/Dealer Price$698.29 - $1017.71
2013 BMW 740Li xDriveL6-3.0L TurboService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$542.13Shop/Dealer Price$668.34 - $987.79
2014 BMW 740Li xDriveL6-3.0L TurboService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$542.13Shop/Dealer Price$668.33 - $987.78
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What is the Fuel Gauge Sender all about?

The fuel gauge sender is a fairly simple component that is located in your car’s fuel tank. It consists of a float that is connected to a metal rod. The end of this thin rod is mounted to a resistor, which measures electrical flow. When there is more resistance, less current flows. A slider connected to the fuel gauge slides on the metal strip, and delivers current to the resistor from the gauge. If the slider is close the grounded side, there is less resistance, and if it’s at the end of the strip, there is more resistance. The fuel gauge on your dash interprets the resistance and indicates the fuel level with a needle on your cluster. If the fuel gauge sender isn’t working, you will get an inaccurate reading on your fuel gauge.

Keep in mind:

  • Fuel gauge inaccuracy may not be due to a faulty fuel gauge sender – something as simple as the shape of the tank can affect the position of the float and throw the reading off.

How it's done:

  • The battery is disconnected and the fuel tank is removed
  • The defective fuel gauge sender is removed
  • The new fuel sender is installed and adjusted
  • The fuel tank is reinstalled and the battery reconnected
  • The repair is verified and the fuel gauge sender tested for proper operation

Our recommendation:

Variations in gas gauge readings are common, but if you notice a significant difference in what the gauge tells you, and what you know is in your car gas tank, have one of our expert mechanics diagnose the problem with the fuel gauge sender and replace it if necessary.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Fuel Gauge Sender?

  • Fuel gauge only reads empty
  • Fuel gauge only reads full
  • Fuel gauge reads inaccurately or intermittently

How important is this service?

The fuel gauge is a convenience item; if you run out of fuel, you may be stranded. If your fuel gauge sender has failed or is working intermittently, have it replaced when you can. Make sure to fuel up regularly to avoid running out of fuel.

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Christopher

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by Orlando
BMW 740Li xDrive L6-3.0L Turbo - Trunk Lift Support Shocks - Sacramento, California
Punctual and professional. Christopher is a good mechanic, he explained what he’s working on and how long the work is.

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by Mariano
BMW 740Li xDrive L6-3.0L Turbo - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Villa Park, California
Eduardo is a top rate professional. I had him do a pre-purchase inspection on an out of state BMW 7 series that I am considering purchasing. He is very knowledgable, a great communicator and is willing to go the extra mile to ensure that I understood all aspects of this car, good or bad prior to making a decision to purchase. I will definitely use him again.

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BMW 328i L6-3.0L - Fuel Gauge Sender - Fullerton, California
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by KIRK
BMW 528i L6-2.8L - Fuel Gauge Sender - Washington, District of Columbia
Charles does great work and is very kind. He arrives on time and does the job in a timely manner. I will surely ask for Charles to repair any future repairs needed on my vehicle.

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