Dodge Dakota Fuel Gauge Sender Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(503)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(503)

Fuel Gauge Sender Replacement Service

How much does a Fuel Gauge Sender Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Dodge Dakota Fuel Gauge Sender Replacement is $221 with $88 for parts and $133 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1990 Dodge DakotaV8-5.2LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$819.79Shop/Dealer Price$998.49 - $1503.09
2004 Dodge DakotaV8-4.7LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$829.78Shop/Dealer Price$1012.52 - $1520.14
2007 Dodge DakotaV8-4.7LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$1233.72Shop/Dealer Price$1517.44 - $2328.02
2005 Dodge DakotaV6-3.7LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$448.38Shop/Dealer Price$535.72 - $757.27
2003 Dodge DakotaV8-5.9LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$849.44Shop/Dealer Price$1037.12 - $1559.51
2006 Dodge DakotaV6-3.7LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$448.38Shop/Dealer Price$535.76 - $757.34
1988 Dodge DakotaL4-2.2LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$798.79Shop/Dealer Price$977.32 - $1481.80
2008 Dodge DakotaV8-4.7LService typeFuel Gauge Sender ReplacementEstimate$1242.72Shop/Dealer Price$1526.86 - $2337.76
Show example Dodge Dakota Fuel Gauge Sender Replacement prices

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.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Dodge mechanics

Real customer reviews from Dodge owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(503)

Rating Summary
466
23
4
3
7
466
23
4
3
7

Jason

32 years of experience
530 reviews
Jason
32 years of experience
Dodge Dakota V6-3.9L - Water Pump Replacement - San Mateo, California
Jason was great!!! Thank you so much!!

Milton

37 years of experience
239 reviews
Milton
37 years of experience
Dodge Dakota V6-3.9L - Thermostat - Henderson, Nevada

Matthew

33 years of experience
1247 reviews
Matthew
33 years of experience
Dodge Dakota V8-5.2L - Water Pump - Williamsburg, Virginia
A1 great guy and great mechanic I would hire him again, thanks Matt!!

Scott

36 years of experience
909 reviews
Scott
36 years of experience
Dodge Dakota V6-3.9L - Oil Pan - Queen Creek, Arizona
Awesome person and he did a great job.

Excellent Rating

(503)

Rating Summary
466
23
4
3
7
466
23
4
3
7
Number of Dodge Dakota services completed
5533+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Dodge MECHANICS
1400+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing AC Thermistor
If your car's AC only blows cold air for a short amount of time or the blower is not functioning properly, you may need to replace the AC thermistor.
Symptoms of Bad or Failing Windshield Washer Nozzles
Common signs include washer nozzles only spraying a little washer fluid, mold in washer fluid lines, fluid leaks, and physical damage to nozzles.
P0493 OBD-II Trouble Code: Fan Overspeed
P0493 means there's a voltage problem with the electric cooling fan control system due to a faulty fan motor, fan relay, wiring, fan fuse, or sensor.

Check engine light and the engine is making a humming noise.

The humming noise (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-making-a-noise-inspection) could be the air filter being dirty, the drive belt slipping, or the air conditioning clutch is slipping. It is safe to drive your vehicle to the appointment as long as there is no smells or...

Can I install a LT1 engine and a T56 transmission into a Subaru BRZ?

Hi there. This application would not be possible without some significant fabrication and full system alternations being completed. If you're going to consider any engine upgrade, stick with the same size and motor mount configuration - as it will have...

Vt commodore

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com