Gas mixed with some water was added to my tank, now every time I stop the engine shuts off

1988 HONDA ACCORD
3,000 MILES • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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VESHIA DICKSON
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My car had run out of gas, and someone had a bucket in which it had some water in it. So, he put gas in it and put it in my gas tank. After that, my car has not run right since. Every time i stop, it cuts off. I put gas treatment in the gas tank, and it still cuts off whenever i stop. I put injector in it, and it still cuts off. I am trying to figure out what the problem is.
Apr 19, 2022 at 3:41 AM
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SQM
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Hello,

Having water in the fuel tank will cause the engine not to run properly. If the water is excessive amount, adding fuel treatment won't fix it.
The best option would be to drain the fuel tank of all its contents. Then fill with good gas and run with fuel treatment to clean out water in the lines.

Here is a helpful video on how to get fuel out of the tank:

https://youtu.be/Q5MH2gnyFH0

Let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
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Apr 19, 2022 at 4:25 AM
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VESHIA DICKSON
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Thank you for your response. I will try that.
Apr 19, 2022 at 5:27 AM
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SQM
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You are welcome!
Apr 19, 2022 at 3:48 PM
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