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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: Burnsy on 07 August 2004, 08:40

Title: I can smell petrol fumes :(
Post by: Burnsy on 07 August 2004, 08:40

I can smell petrol fumes coming from around the rear of the engine near the bulkhead on the drivers side.
Is there a filter around there or petrol pipes as i cant see any leaks or drips anywhere just a smell of petrol.
TiA :)
Its on a VR6 by the way
Im thinking this my only appear when first starting the car but need to check after a run as ive only noticed it this morning (wife brought it back panickng)
"OMG the cars about to blow up"

Title: Re:I can smell petrol fumes :(
Post by: golfvr6 on 07 August 2004, 13:43

The rubber fuel lines run from the rail to by the brake master cylinder. Probably need replacing, only cost about 10 quid.

Title: Re:I can smell petrol fumes :(
Post by: golfvr6 on 07 August 2004, 14:38

 :D

Title: Re:I can smell petrol fumes :(
Post by: golfvr6 on 07 August 2004, 14:39

 :D

Title: Re:I can smell petrol fumes :(
Post by: golfvr6 on 07 August 2004, 14:40

 :D

Title: Re:I can smell petrol fumes :(
Post by: Burnsy on 07 August 2004, 20:54

Thnxs yet again m8 for your detailed reply :)
All seems ok but will keep my eye on it

Title: Re:I can smell petrol fumes :(
Post by: golfvr6 on 08 August 2004, 00:05

Check the rubber fuel hoses that go into the rail very carefully, they are known to split/wear over time.
Problem is, they may only leak when the engine is cold, then seal when engine has warmed. Still potentially dangerous.