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Dorman 285-5206 Fuel Tank Sending Unit Compatible with Select Freightliner Models

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About this item

  • Direct replacement - this fuel tank sending unit is designed to match the fit and function of the original unit on specified applications
  • Restores functionality - reliable replacement for an original part that has failed due to internal sensor failure
  • Durable construction - this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality - backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
  • Ensure fit - to make sure this part fits your exact vehicle, input your make, model and trim level into the garage tool


This fuel tank sending unit is designed to match the fit and function of the original unit on specified applications. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance and durability. This part is compatible with the following vehicles. Before purchasing, enter your vehicle trim in the garage tool to confirm fitment. [Freightliner Century Class: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010] - [Freightliner Columbia: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015]


William
Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2024
I have a 2015 Columbia glider with round 120 gallon tanks. I wasn't sure if this dorman part would fit so I gave it a shot. I feared the difficulty of getting this new part in because of the clearance of the cab and the fuel sending unit. When I took out the old sending unit it was short with the leveling float. But this new dorman part is longer and the float size up and down on the shaft. So I did a dry fit to see if the connections were even compatible and luckily they are. It's only the two pin plug and it snaps right in. I turned the key to the on position and started sliding the flow up and down the shaft to see if the fuel gauge would move and it was moving. I took the old sending unit out and when I put this one in I opened the driver door to get clearance underneath the cab and it slid right in 😊. One thing to note as I put in the pictures is most of the holes lined up but one of the holes didn't quite line up so when I was using the old screws which is best to use because it's already pre-drilled one of them snapped off. Instead of making it a whole project I just left it be and I'm going to inspect it to make sure there's no leaks. As far as it working I'm going to top off the fuel tank and then gauge the accuracy of the unit because I know I get about 1100 miles to these tanks before I'm a little under the quarter gauge on the old sending unit. I'll come back and give an update on the accuracy of the sending unit. ***UPDATE 1-25-25*** Fuel gauge is accurate to the point it was almost on E and I checked the taks and I probably had another 15 gallons. That's wicked low for diesel trucks.
Jazzy
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2024
Only worked for a week
Daniel S
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2023
Fixed my fuel gauge sensor problem 2003 Columbia Freightliner.
lauro quiroz
Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2020
did not like it
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