1999 Chevy Lumina gas

Tiny
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  • 1999 CHEVROLET LUMINA
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 195,000 MILES
I smell gas fumes when I crank the the car and let the heater run. Also sometimes at red lights I cant see any leaks my wife drives it more than I do any ideas
Thursday, April 1st, 2010 AT 8:55 PM

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Tiny
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Check for dampness arond the fuel injectors and fuel rail. It is common for the o rings around the injector to become brittle.
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Thursday, April 1st, 2010 AT 9:06 PM
Tiny
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Thanks Ill look at it first light and post what I find.
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Thursday, April 1st, 2010 AT 9:13 PM
Tiny
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Sure thing. Also make sure not to drive the vehicle while fuel fumes can be smelt.
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Thursday, April 1st, 2010 AT 9:21 PM

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