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Old 11-28-07, 08:47 AM
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Re: Gas Gauge miles to empty - out of gas

I'd say pretty much the same thing as the other guys said... maybe nicer though

My dad was like that for years... heck I think he still is! "Let's see how far I can drive this baby until it runs out of gas!"
The only award you get for driving the car as far as you can on a tank of gas is a call to your local AAA office.
I wouldn't get on a public highway with a low fuel level. Suppose you run out with a Mack truck barreling down on your rear bumper in a hurry?
The STS actually has 2 fuel reservoirs in the tank and a transfer system. There can be a myriad of issues with that fuel system that could cause you to run out of fuel even though you think you shouldn't.
As mentioned, my advice would be when it gets to 1/4 tank start looking for a gas station.
Especially if you are going to be getting on a public highway and traveling for 20+ miles.
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