Change low fuel warning

jaymaccpa · 05-09-2013, 08:20 AM

I've seen numerous posts re: accuracy of fuel gauge and also low fuel warning indicator. I just had my Z serviced and now low fuel warning comes on at 62 remaining vs. previously was at 46 remaining.
How can this be reset to preference?

1st · 05-09-2013, 11:01 AM

Pump gas in it.

JARblue · 05-09-2013, 11:10 AM

Mine always comes on exactly at 50 miles remaining...

In my experience, it appears that the miles remaining estimate is based on recent driving. I have noted the following example before, although I'm sure the numbers are slightly off.

Miles remaining reads 75 miles. Approach freeway on ramp and WOT 3rd gear practically redlining it to get up to speed (85 mph speed limit so don't get all preachy). Shift to 6th and note that miles remaining reads 62 after driving less than a mile. Cruise in 6th gear for a few miles and watch it increase to above 75 miles remaining

SouthArk370Z · 05-09-2013, 12:47 PM

If it can be changed, it will probably be done via the multifunction display on the left side of the dash. The Owner's Manual should have instructions if it's possible. May have to be done by the dealer using CONSULT (or whatever they use nowadays).

JARblue · 05-09-2013, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

If it can be changed, it will probably be done via the multifunction display on the left side of the dash.

Yes. This is exactly where it is. It is under the Warnings you can set - there's tire/oil/fuel etc..

LakeShow · 05-11-2013, 01:53 AM

I've realized that the Z fuel gauge is the biggest piece of crap. It will say 40 miles then after a quick turn it goes to 15 miles, or if it say 25-30 miles then within a minute or so the three dashes come up. This is the last car you want to test it's gas abilities on low, it's very spastic.

JARblue · 05-11-2013, 04:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LakeShow

I've realized that the Z fuel gauge is the biggest piece of crap. It will say 40 miles then after a quick turn it goes to 15 miles, or if it say 25-30 miles then within a minute or so the three dashes come up. This is the last car you want to test it's gas abilities on low, it's very spastic.

I test the car with low gas virtually every tank, and I've never had any problems. Although, I've never relied on the gauge anyway.

05-09-2013, 08:20 AM	#1 (permalink)
jaymaccpa Base Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: winchester Posts: 1 Drives: 11 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 13	Change low fuel warning I've seen numerous posts re: accuracy of fuel gauge and also low fuel warning indicator. I just had my Z serviced and now low fuel warning comes on at 62 remaining vs. previously was at 46 remaining. How can this be reset to preference?

05-09-2013, 11:01 AM	#2 (permalink)
1st A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: I 80 Biz U.S. 50 Posts: 1,708 Drives: Platinum Z Rep Power: 1615	Pump gas in it. JARblue, Fearless_Z, Wonka2581 and 1 others like this.

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JARblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Austin, TX Age: 43 Posts: 36,449 Drives: 11 Z34, 98 E36 M3 Rep Power: 2684440	Mine always comes on exactly at 50 miles remaining... In my experience, it appears that the miles remaining estimate is based on recent driving. I have noted the following example before, although I'm sure the numbers are slightly off. Miles remaining reads 75 miles. Approach freeway on ramp and WOT 3rd gear practically redlining it to get up to speed (85 mph speed limit so don't get all preachy). Shift to 6th and note that miles remaining reads 62 after driving less than a mile. Cruise in 6th gear for a few miles and watch it increase to above 75 miles remaining __________________ 2011 370Z 6MT Sport Gun Metallic \| ARC \| CJM \| Ecutek \| FI \| Fujimura \| R2C \| SPL \| Stillen \| TWM \| Z1 \| ZSpeed \|

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SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324197	If it can be changed, it will probably be done via the multifunction display on the left side of the dash. The Owner's Manual should have instructions if it's possible. May have to be done by the dealer using CONSULT (or whatever they use nowadays). __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

05-11-2013, 01:53 AM	#6 (permalink)
LakeShow A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: L.I., NY Posts: 5,307 Drives: Everything Rep Power: 25	I've realized that the Z fuel gauge is the biggest piece of crap. It will say 40 miles then after a quick turn it goes to 15 miles, or if it say 25-30 miles then within a minute or so the three dashes come up. This is the last car you want to test it's gas abilities on low, it's very spastic. __________________ \|2013 Audi S4\|Ibis White/Black\|S-Tronic P+\| \|2013 370z\|PearlWhite/Persimmon\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|F.I. CBE 18" CF\| \|Sold\|2011 370z\|Gun Metallic\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|

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