1997 Volkswagen Cabriolet Gas fumes

1997 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIOLET
180,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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SANDYB1964
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When driving I can smell gas and when standing by the car. I don't see any gas on the ground or anything. Just smell gas all the time.
Feb 17, 2014 at 10:40 PM
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you can have a gas leak and it wont leak oon the ground if its on something hot. it can catch on fire however so id suggest taking it to a good shop ASAP. look for one through the BBB
Feb 18, 2014 at 8:54 AM
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SANDYB1964
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Thank you for responding. I have an appt. on Friday to have it checked out.
Feb 18, 2014 at 9:18 PM
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youre welcome and good luck.
Feb 20, 2014 at 8:38 AM
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