1995 Ford Ranger Sugar in gas tank.

Hi there,

Something to read first.

What if I put sugar in someones gas tank?

For some reason, there is a popular and common rumor about sugar and gas that's been around for decades. Rumor has it that if you pour sugar into someones gas tank, it will disable the car. The sugar is supposed to react with the gasoline and turn into a semi-solid gooey substance that totally clogs up the gas tank, the fuel lines and so on.
It sounds great, especially if you have a grudge against someone. The problem with this rumor is that it simply is not true. As it turns out, sugar does not dissolve in gasoline. It would be about the same as pouring sand into the gas tank. The sand or sugar might clog up the filter, and that would disable the car, but it's not a sure thing.

This is an article I refer to often when asked this question, Now what to do, If your car has a fuel tank drain, drain the fuel and flush out with clean petrol. Replace fuel filters add some fuel system cleaner and your done. If tank is sealed (no drain) you will have to remove the tank to flush and clean.

I hope that this helps,

Mark (mhpautos)