when I start my 2004 grand am I get a strong smell of gas in the car.

2004 PONTIAC GRAND AM
87,000 MILES
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KS121979
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The problem started within the last couple of weeks. After I start the car and I intially start to drive ther is a very styrong odor of gas. It is as if I was standing at the gas stattion filling my tank. It is that strong
Mar 24, 2012 at 5:02 AM
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FIXITMR
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windows up or down?
Mar 24, 2012 at 5:36 AM
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FIXITMR
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has anyone investigated under hood after starting?
Mar 24, 2012 at 5:50 AM
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FIXITMR
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things to check. fuel pressure regulator for leak. fuel lines and tank for leak/wet spots. canister vapor system for raw fuel contamination.
Mar 24, 2012 at 6:24 AM
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