FUEL SMELL

1997 FORD ESCORT
112,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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EDGERTON1981
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why does my 97 ford escort smell like fuel when running and getting bad gas milage?
Aug 11, 2011 at 5:14 AM
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CARADIODOC
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You probably have a leak. If you can smell it while driving, look on the engine for wetness. In particular, look around the injectors. If you only smell it when standing still, look along the right side of the car for dripping fuel.
Aug 11, 2011 at 6:43 AM
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