1993 Nissan 240SX Strong gas smell outside car.

1993 NISSAN 240SX
180,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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EM_5IVE
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Hi, when I start my car and it idles, I smell a really stong gas odour when Im outside. Nothing when Im inside. Mostly from the back, near the exhaust. What could be the problem? Thanks.
Aug 8, 2008 at 9:55 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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check for a fuel line leaking
check filler neck
Aug 8, 2008 at 11:11 PM
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