2002 Kia Sportage gas smell especially when cold

2002 KIA SPORTAGE
107,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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BEINGAUTHENTIC
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I have had this problem for 4 years, since I first purchased the car used. Today, I finally took it to my mechanic and they insisted all 4 of my fuel injectors are leaking and need to be replaced. Yet, I would like a second opinion and keep finding sites online that insist this problem has to do with spring clamps used that malfunction when it's cold. Any suggestions?
Feb 17, 2009 at 6:27 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
I agree that you should have a second opinion too. However, it isn't uncommon for the injectors to leak.

Joe
Mar 6, 2009 at 10:21 AM
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MRBORIQUA2004
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you should check your gas line from the gas regulator and others around. I had that problem and I found out the fuel lines were dry rotted and craked.
Mar 21, 2009 at 5:57 PM
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