2007 Dodge Charger GAS

2007 DODGE CHARGER
24,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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REGGIE52
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Diesel fuel was accidently put in my gas fuel tank. The car was driven about 2 miles when it shut off on its own.

Is there a way for me to get the remaining diesel fuel out of the tank, and save my engine?

What type and cost for repairs am I looking at?
Jan 16, 2009 at 11:20 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
This won't ruin the engine, but it does need removed. You can disconnect the fuel filter and get the fuel flowing by turning the key. The fuel pump will start, so be careful, it will shoot out. Also, disconnect the fuel rails and blow out the fuel from that direction and make sure to replace the fuel filter. Once you have it all out and now fuel, it should run again.

Let me know if you have other questions.

joe
Mar 6, 2009 at 7:12 PM
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