2000 Chevy Cavalier water

10,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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LEIGH86
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I think someone put a gallon of water in my gas tank. Could thi be why my engine stalled?
Apr 20, 2010 at 12:08 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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It will stall and cause steam from exhaust.

If small amount you could add HEAT, but a gallon, I would drain tank.

Remove fuel filter, pour contents into glass jar, water will rise to top.
Apr 23, 2010 at 12:49 AM
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