Erratic fuel gauges

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I agree with Pete. It appears to be a resistor. It is higher wattage than others on the board. This is evidenced by its larger size.

However, don't try to replace it with a resistor based on the value you measure with a volt-ohm meter. You will measure it's current value which is likely to be much higher than its original value. (It may even be totally open - though it is rare, it may be intermittently open - this usually only happens with wire wound resistors).

This resistor is not marked with color bands indicating its value. You may possibly be able to read its value based on numbers printed on it. The burned area may prevent this, but you may be able to get some information from the side of the resistor closest to the circuit board.

Good luck. Hope Pete can find some information from other documentation.