* A Phillips head screwdriver
* A flat head screwdriver
* A 7mm socket wrench
* A 10mm socket wrench
* A new fuel sending unit
* A fuel tank gasket
* A can of carburetor cleaner
* A shop rag
1. Park the truck in a level spot and turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood of the truck.
3. Locate the fuel sending unit. It is located on the top of the fuel tank, under the rear seat.
4. Remove the two Phillips head screws that hold the fuel sending unit in place.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the fuel sending unit.
6. Use the 7mm socket wrench to remove the fuel line from the fuel sending unit.
7. Use the 10mm socket wrench to remove the fuel tank straps.
8. Carefully lower the fuel tank until you can reach the fuel sending unit.
9. Remove the old fuel sending unit from the fuel tank.
10. Install the new fuel sending unit into the fuel tank.
11. Replace the fuel tank straps and tighten them with the 10mm socket wrench.
12. Reconnect the fuel line to the fuel sending unit and tighten it with the 7mm socket wrench.
13. Connect the electrical connector to the fuel sending unit.
14. Replace the two Phillips head screws that hold the fuel sending unit in place.
15. Close the hood of the truck.
16. Start the engine and check the fuel gauge. It should now be working properly.
Here are some additional tips for repairing the gas gauge in a 2000 Dodge Dakota V6 2 door:
* If the fuel gauge does not work after you have replaced the fuel sending unit, check the electrical connection between the fuel sending unit and the instrument cluster.
* If the fuel gauge still does not work, you may need to replace the instrument cluster.
* You can also try cleaning the fuel tank and fuel sending unit with carburetor cleaner. This may help to remove any dirt or debris that is causing the fuel gauge to malfunction.
