Fuel gauge stuck on E

[CMGRover]

Today while driving I had between a half and quarter tank of gas (show like 120 mile range), drove it for probably about 10-15 miles, shut it down off and on for running into stores...pretty routine. On my way home, I noticed the gas light came on and the range showed 13 miles and it kept going down every second to 0. I filled it up, it took 14 gallons meaning there's 7-8 already in it. It is still not working. Also...it was 105 today, could that have anything to do with it?
What gives?
Thanks.

 

[tlt]

It should not be temperature related.

Worn shorting wire, sensors. The sending unit is in the tank, so run the fuel tank low and take it to a dealer would be what I would do.

http://www. disco3. co. uk/forum/topic83097.html?highlight=Fuel+gauge

http://www. disco3. co. uk/forum/topic80974.html?highlight=Fuel+gauge

 

[CMGRover]

So can just the sensors be replaced or does the tank have to be replaced?

 

[tlt]

You can read through the links I provided. I believe some of them can be replaced, and the 2nd link has pictures. Also, when the dealer does it for you, they should be installing a new top ring / seal which is upgraded. You should be careful the first fill up, to be sure it does not leak, or if you smell fumes, etc. it took 2 tries to get mine sealed properly. Obviously I had to flat bed it to the dealer, as gasoline pouring out of your tank on to the exhaust can lead to a major explosion and possibly death.

 

[CMGRover]

Thanks for tips. I can't take it to the dealer...nearest one is 2 hours away but there's an indy here that does Euro cars, he's done lots of work on Rovers, esp. on mine haha.

 

[CMGRover]

Bad rear fuel level sensor. Going to get both replaced and the new seal. $500 total. Seems fair.