Consequences of driving a car with a low gas tank

The car ran out of gas in the new tank.

Many people have the habit of driving until the fuel tank is almost empty before going to the gas station to refuel the car. This not only puts you at risk of having to push the car on the road, but can also cause damage to the car, not being able to start the engine even after refueling, having to call a tow truck for help, wasting a lot of time and money because of this carelessness and driving habit that needs to be abandoned.

Always ensure a high level of fuel in the tank, especially on long journeys or on steep mountain passes.

The cause of this damage is because when the fuel in the tank runs out, air will enter and suck the fuel pump and fuel injector parts, making it difficult for the system to operate again even after refueling.

In addition, the fuel pump and filter parts are designed to be submerged in fuel, so when the fuel runs out, they are easily affected by air. These damages are often more severe in diesel engines than in gasoline engines.

In addition, after a period of use, there will be a certain amount of residue and impurities in the fuel tank. When the fuel in the tank runs out, these impurities will be stirred up, sucked into the fuel filter, fuel pump or injector, clogging and damaging the systems. You will have to spend a considerable amount of money to fix the carelessness in using your vehicle.

Therefore, it is necessary to always ensure a high level of fuel in the tank, especially on long journeys or on steep mountain passes to avoid having to stop in the middle of the road to wait for fuel and to ensure the "safety" of the vehicle's fuel pump system.