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1993 Nissan Maxima GXE 4dr Sedan Auto

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August 15, 2012, 8:03 am

M R
 

Question: Gasoline smell inside the car

Inside the car, gasoline smell very noticeable only when heater controls are turned on. Recently replaced fuel filter along with fuel lines and hose clamps. No visible leakage before or after. A year ago, replaced 2 of 3 oxygen sensors (engine check light codes identified which were bad. No new codes since then. Any other ideas on what might be causing the gasoline smell?


August 17, 2012, 10:07 am

Tyler O
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Any of the fuel lines, or the injector seals could have a small leak. Have the system checked.


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