* Faulty Fuel Level Sensor: This is the most common cause of inaccurate fuel readings. It needs to be replaced.
* Bad Fuel Gauge Cluster: The instrument cluster itself could be malfunctioning.
* Wiring Issues: Problems with the wiring between the sensor and the gauge could also lead to inaccuracies.
If your fuel gauge is showing an incorrect reading, you should have a mechanic diagnose the problem. They can test the fuel level sensor, check the wiring, and determine the source of the issue. Simply resetting something isn't going to fix a hardware problem.