2001 Kia Sportage Gas smell

2001 KIA SPORTAGE
80,500 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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PEACHES82
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I have a strong gasoline smell in my car.
Nov 30, 2008 at 4:21 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Start by checking the steel fuel lines from the tank to the engine. They may have rusted enough that the fuel is seaping. Next, check the fuel rail and injectors for evidence of leaks.

Let me know what you find. Remember, any fuel leak is potentially a fire hazard.
Apr 4, 2009 at 11:41 AM
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