strong smell of petrol in boot and inside car

2008 VAUXHALL ASTRA
35,000 MILES
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JAMEVA
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started a while back but has just got stronger
Apr 30, 2012 at 11:11 AM
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FIXITMR
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have you checked for visible leaks on fuel lines/parts under hood?
Apr 30, 2012 at 12:06 PM
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JAMEVA
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thanks,but i have checked all the obvious,no visable leaks.
May 2, 2012 at 1:10 PM
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DJCL
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If your smelling fuel there is a leak. You will have to inspect all fuel lines connections injectors very well. Try checking it when the car is cold start it and let it run for one minute turn it off and check for leaks
May 2, 2012 at 2:09 PM
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