Air condition in a '01 Focus

Tiny
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When I use my air, I get a very strong gas smell. It only happens when I first start my car or when I have stop go city driving, not on the highway. What might the problem be?
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Tuesday, August 16th, 2011 AT 11:36 PM

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Tiny
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It's likely a fuel leak in the engine area that the fresh air intake is picking up.
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Tuesday, August 16th, 2011 AT 11:40 PM
Tiny
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Is there anything I can do to try to find the leak or do I need to take it to a pro?

Thank you for responding quickly.
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Tuesday, August 16th, 2011 AT 11:51 PM
Tiny
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I don't know what your ability level is but you're going to have to look for this with the engine running because it will evaporate quickly. You're probably going to need a professional.
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Tuesday, August 16th, 2011 AT 11:53 PM
Tiny
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That is what I was afraid of. Thank you for your help
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Wednesday, August 17th, 2011 AT 12:02 AM

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