E-tec gas gauge off by 4 gallons. Why???

Discussion in 'Power it up with Electronics' started by native_skiff_nerd, Feb 5, 2014.

  1. Feb 5, 2014 #1
    native_skiff_nerd

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    I have a 2012 Ankona Copperhead with a 60 E-tec and a 12 gallon tank. My gas gauge is the Evinrude Icommand system and displays digital. When I refill the boat I always reset it to a full 12 gallons. Last night I ran out of gas with "4.4 gallons left" on my gauge. I can see being off by a gallon or maybe even two, but 4? What's the problem with it? How can I fix it? Any input will be helpful. Thanks
     
    native_skiff_nerd, Feb 5, 2014
    native_skiff_nerd, Feb 5, 2014
  3. Feb 6, 2014 #2
    DuckNut

    DuckNut Brandon, FL

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    The empty side of the gauge was not calibrated properly. When you calibrate it put a gallon or two in the tank and that way you will always have a reserve.
     
    DuckNut, Feb 6, 2014
    DuckNut, Feb 6, 2014