In short, the distance to empty function on your trip computer won’t remain accurate with your new Long-Range Tank. This is because the vehicles ECU (Engine Control Unit) has the volume of the original tank size programmed within it. However, with many of our Long-Range Replacement Fuel Tanks being approximately double the volume of the original fuel tank, you can simply double the ‘distance to empty’ reading to roughly estimate your new driving range.

For certain makes and models there are 3^rd party software programs that can re-write information to your ECU, for example, there are options for the Ford Ranger out there. However, this is outside the scope of what Brown Davis does – specialists in manufacturing top quality fuel tanks to give you the maximum fuel capacity and driving range possible.

Good news is, your fuel gauge will remain accurate, as the float inside the tank will indicate how much fuel is inside the tank, so your readings going from Full, to ¾ to ½ right down to empty will remain accurate as stock. Furthermore, your low fuel warning light will work as intended.

The best tip we could give you with your new BD Long Range Fuel Tank is to reset your trip meter when you refuel. Over time you’ll be able to establish how far you can travel in different driving conditions.