1440 Fuel Tank Question

[Mike Lillge]

Hello, at what fuel level does the low fuel light on the dash go off on a Cub Cadet 1440 ?

The specs say it holds 5 gallons. I added 1 gallon and the light is still on.

Thanks, Mike

 

[1811Cub]

The owner's manual is vague. It says the low fuel light will illuminate when the fuel level is low.

 

[Bret McFarland]

Interesting -- I have wondered this too.

There is a pocket in the center of the tank where the fuel collects and this is where the fuel float sensor sits, and there is always fuel in there. No idea exactly what the low limit is -- mine seems also to be a gallon. The tank has left and right sections each with a supply line to the pump to ensure there is enough gas when running on a hill.

If you care to take the time to troubleshoot it, seems it could be dirt causing the float cup to get stuck in the sensor, or maybe a short in the wiring or dirty connection somewhere. If the sensor is bad, probably could get one cheap from a parts tractor. But if you haven't done it yet, it is a real battle to get that seat assembly off to get to it. Fun times. I cursed like a drunken sailor lol.

 

[1811Cub]

If you find that the sensor is defective, the grommet 735-0699 or 759-3616 is still available through MTD Cub Cadet. There are a few sources for the sensor NOS. Part number 751-3082 superseded to 951-3082.

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[lpalma]

Simplicity uses the same grommet, I have used them many times with no issues. Part # 5022917x1SM only $5.89