2002 Chevy Impala car smells like gas when driving, but not

2002 CHEVROLET IMPALA
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XJEMX
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Smells problem
2002 Chevy Impala 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

So, my impala has been smelling like gasoline for about a week now. I don't notice the gas mileage getting any worse, and I don't smell anything while the car is idling. Realizing that gasoline evaporates quickly, I placed cardboard under the car and let it idle for around 15 minutes--checked the cardboard, and no leaks! Why does the car smell?
Feb 12, 2010 at 7:03 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Has the check engine light come on? There is an EVAP system that should prevent fumes from getting into the atmosphere. There could be a leak in that. Also, have you checked the engine compartment? Injectors?
Feb 23, 2010 at 12:17 AM
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