Don't Let Your Fuel Tank Run Dry

The Royal Automobile Club (RAC) in Western Australia warns that running until fuel is extremely low or exhausted from the fuel tank can do damage to your car. What kind of damage. According to the warning it can cause sediment in the bottom of the tank to clog the fuel filter; cause the fuel pump to become exposed and overheat, as it is designed to sit submerged in the fuel; and could cause you could lose control of your car if the tank runs completely dry and the brakes and power steering stop functioning.

RAC recommends filling your tank before it drops below one-quarter full.

[Source: Car Advice]