Fuel Gauge Problems

[Maui Boy]

I have a 08 128i with 3500 miles and noticed that the fuel gauge doesn't show a full tank after filling up - it indicates 3/4 full. Then after a few trips it goes all the way up to "full". Anyone else with this problem?

[imdanomite]

a lot of previous BMWs had that exact problem. usually a replacement fuel level sender is needed. left or right depending on whichever is faulty. no bulletins concerning this issue for the 1er. take it to the dealer.

[BlackjackMulligan]

Originally Posted by imdanomite

a lot of previous BMWs had that exact problem. usually a replacement fuel level sender is needed. left or right depending on whichever is faulty. no bulletins concerning this issue for the 1er. take it to the dealer.

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[mikeo]

Originally Posted by Maui Boy

I have a 08 128i with 3500 miles and noticed that the fuel gauge doesn't show a full tank after filling up - it indicates 3/4 full. Then after a few trips it goes all the way up to "full". Anyone else with this problem?

This can also be a symptom of 'over filling' at the pump. Are you trying to squeeze the last few drops into the tank? If so, try stopping the fill up at the first auto-stop level and see if that makes the problem go away. This is a known issue with late model BMWs.