1. When the in-car smell of gasoline during movement or after a long stay in direct sunlight should immediately make a thorough inspection of all components of the power system. 2. Remove the filler cap of the fuel tank and check for damage and corrosion. Around the perimeter of the gasket must pass a continuous trail of dense pressing it to the neck of the tank. In case of defects, replace the gasket. 3. Check the supply line and fuel return for cracks, cuts and other mechanical damages. Check the tightening compression fittings of metal lines and clamps securing the fuel hose. | All covered in this manual models are equipped with a fuel injection system, and therefore, before disconnecting the fuel lines or remove any components of the power supply system, you need to relieve the residual pressure in the system (see chap. The power supply system and release). |
4. Since many of the components of the power system (such as a fuel tank and part of the fuel pipe) located under the vehicle to perform the verification of their status should raise the vehicle off the ground, post it on the winch, driving on a platform or installing a backup. Take care of the safety car fixing in the lifted position. | 5. Check the fuel tank and the filler neck on the presence of punctures, cracks and other damage. Pay special attention to exploring the junction of the neck with a tank. Sometimes a rubber neck starts to pass the fuel due to the weakening of fixing collars, or as a result of the aging of the material. Listed here are only those potential problems, diagnosis and elimination of the causes of which lie within the skill of the average mechanic-fan. | In no case do not make attempts to repair the fuel tank (except for the replacement of its rubber components) - contact contained even in well-ventilated residual fuel tank fumes of a gas burner with a torch or any other open flames can cause them to detonate! |
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6. Carefully examine all rubber hoses and the metal tubes of fuel lines running from the gas tank. Check the condition of the material of tubes / hoses and tightened all the compression fittings. Also, check the gasoline pipe lines running to the fuel injection system. Carry out the necessary repairs, replace defective components (see chap. The power supply system and release). |