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Starting problem after refueling

Tiny
ERROLXP
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  • 2004 VOLVO S80
  • 2.9L
  • 6 CYL
  • TURBO
  • 150,000 MILES
Everything was fine, filled up to about half tank level and car refused to start. The engine turned over fine but as soon as car started it would stop.

After almost an hour the car still refused to start and was towed home. Today the car started fine but the idle is very erratic with the rpm dropping and rising like a yo-yo. So much so that I dont want to drive it.

Not sure if it is important or not but the last few times I have refueled I have notices a petrol smell in the cabin

Thank you
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Wednesday, April 20th, 2016 AT 2:27 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hi ERROLXP,

When the engine doesn't start can you check for spark? Here is a guide that can help you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

Also it sounds like a cranks angle sensor it starting to go bad

Here is a video on how to check it

https://youtu.be/qnzuXUy32go

let me know what you find
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Friday, April 22nd, 2016 AT 9:33 AM
Tiny
ERROLXP
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Hi,

Thanks for the reply. Have found the problem, believe it or not it was actually caused by water in the petrol at the pump. Took the garage receipt to the gas station and they paid it along with a full tank of fuel as compensation.

Added injector and fuel system cleaner and the Volvo is running better than ever
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Friday, April 22nd, 2016 AT 10:37 AM
Tiny
KEN L
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That is great news, please use us again when you have a problem, and tell a friend :-)
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Friday, April 22nd, 2016 AT 11:26 AM

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