GASOLINE ODOR
CONDITION(S)
- OCCURS AFTER A FILL-UP OR AFTER THE CAR WARMS UP
- PERHAPS IN ONLY ONE LOCATION OF THE CAR
- ACCOMPANIED BY WET SPOTS ON TOP OF ENGINE
- ODOR OR DRIPS ARE AT REAR OF CAR
- ENGINE WILL NOT START AND CARBURETOR IS FLOODED
POTENTIAL CAUSE(S)
CHECK THIS FIRST:
1. CORRODED OR LEAKING FUEL LINES OR HOSES
Have fuel lines or hoses professionally replaced, IMMEDIATELY.CHECK THIS NEXT:
2. LEAKING MECHANICAL FUEL PUMP GASKET
Have mechanical fuel pump gasket professionally replaced, IMMEDIATELY.CHECK THIS LAST:
3. LEAKING VAPOR CANISTER VALVE
Have vapor canister professionally replaced, IMMEDIATELY.