Why does my car smell like petrol inside?

Why does my car smell like petrol inside?

There are three common reasons why your car smells of petrol: Petrol vapour from a leaking petrol cap. Liquid petrol leaking from a fuel injector. Petrol dripping from under the car/exhaust.

Is there a problem with my tribute car?

Never had problems with my Tribute until a few months ago when starting it cold, the engine started to lope like it was starved for gas. Gave it gas by keeping foot down on the pedal a bit to keep the idle up and once the vehicle warmed up, everything was fine.

Why does my tribute engine Lope at idle?

Been reading alot about idle problems with cold starts and the possible causes from bad IACV’s to leaking intake gaskets. Never had problems with my Tribute until a few months ago when starting it cold, the engine started to lope like it was starved for gas.

What makes tribute dx 4 cyl stall at idle?

2001 Tribute DX 4 cyl, 5speed manual, 122,000 miles. If I turn off/on the motor too many times in a given time period, it stalls at idle. Letting it sit awhile helps sometimes. Fuel filter replaced no luck. Any suggestion greatly appreciated.

Why does my car smell like gasoline in the morning?

Have the engine running and take a look, if you have a fuel leak, you will definitely smell it, and it will be wet with fuel around the injector that has the problem. I would have to say that a fuel tank leak is probably the most common fuel leak of all.

Are there any problems with the Mazda Tribute V6?

Causing rich or lean engine conditions, flat spot, hesitation and may log codes P0171, P0172, P0173, P0174 and P0175 (fuel trim limits reached), also cold start issues can occur. Problem: Air mass meter problems are very difficult to prove, so check the following: Check for poor electrical connections at air mass meter.

What should idle speed be on Mazda Tribute?

Idle speed 600-700RPM and should rise to 650-750 with engine loads. Check operation with scanner or oscilloscope. Remedy: Replace the IAC valve as required. Causing rich or lean engine conditions, flat spot, hesitation and may log codes P0171, P0172, P0173, P0174 and P0175 (fuel trim limits reached), also cold start issues can occur.

What to do if your Mazda Tribute has no output signal?

Crankshaft or camshaft sensor has no output signal. This signal is best checked with an oscilloscope. Check wiring harness for damage particularly at the front of the engine. Remedy: Replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor as required.