How can I tell if there is water in my gas?
If your car is on idle and you notice it sputtering, surging, or even stalling out, then it’s possible that your car has contaminated fuel. Similarly, if it’s difficult for you to start your car–or it seems to start and then die down consistently, then your fuel might contain water in it.
What does it mean to discharge static electricity at the gas pump?
When you exit and re-enter your vehicle while refueling, there is the potential for sufficient static electricity to build up that a spark can discharge between your body and the fuel nozzle. In rare circumstances, the spark can ignite gasoline vapors around the fill spout, causing a brief flash fire.
Can water separate from gas?
Due to the differing densities of water and gas, mixing cannot occur. As soon as you add water to a tank of gasoline, all of the water will settle to the bottom of the tank. The lighter gasoline will float on top. You get the same effect as you would get when you mix oil with water.
What happens when electricity touches gas?
Static electricity — common in cold, dry conditions — can create a spark when the driver touches the fuel nozzle. In rare circumstances, the static spark can ignite gasoline vapors, causing a flash fire.
What kind of fuel injection does a Mitsubishi 3.0L V6 have?
For an excellent in-depth discussion on the workings of the Fuel-Injection System in the 3.0l V6, refer to John Parkinson’s three- part series for the Mitsubishi 4WD Owner’s Club of Queensland: Pajero V6 Fuel-Injection Systems. Locked IFS bad or not ? Are All 2.6’s interchangeable?
When to troubleshoot a Mitsubishi 3.0L V6 engine?
The information in this article is specific to the 1989 3.0l V6 motor. Many aspects of this procedure are common to all 3.0s, but it is advisable to consult a service manual before you troubleshoot your own engine.
Where is the fuel filter on a Mitsubishi?
At the rear of the engine on the left side on the firewall is the fuel filter. On top of the filter housing is a small pump. Work the pump until it is hard and then try starting.
Where is the EFI on a Mitsubishi 3.0L V6?
If you do find it behind the glovebox, the diagnosis is made easier if you remove the side clips and let the door hang down, before manipulating the connector into position. The black (-) lead goes to the terminal indicated by black, and the red (+) lead goes to the red terminal. The gray area indicates an open spot.