Oil dipstick smells like gasoline

2003 CHEVROLET IMPALA
160,000 MILES
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What does this mean?

I just had a new engine put into the car. I drove it about 60 miles. Smooth riding. This morning, the engine turned over. It didn't hold a start. As soon as I would released the key from start, the car shut off. Then the gas light went on. The gauge said lower than empty.

I positively had way more gas then 60 miles worth of driving. No way should I be on empty. I bought a gas can, two gallons of gas and was going to put the gas in. Instead, I smelled the dipstick and because of the gasoline smell, I am not trying anything. ??


Mar 27, 2013 at 8:40 PM
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Good morning,

This is caused by a bad fuel pressure regulator assembly on the fuel rail. I attached the procedure and pictures below for you for the repair.

Make sure you change the oil and filter when you are done.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-engine-oil-and-filter

Roy
Sep 10, 2021 at 4:55 AM
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