1990 XJS Fuel Line
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Fraser's right about tank leaks.
But, yes, the lines do leak as well. And it need be more than just a trace of a leak. In the confines of a closed trunk even a tiny leak makes a big smell.
A tip I learned was to wrap all hose/pipe joints with colored tissue paper. Even a tiny seep will stain the paper, reveling the leak.
You'll probably have to remove all the trunk carpet for a thorough cleaning. it really holds the odor even after you find and fix the leaks.
Cheers
DD
But, yes, the lines do leak as well. And it need be more than just a trace of a leak. In the confines of a closed trunk even a tiny leak makes a big smell.
A tip I learned was to wrap all hose/pipe joints with colored tissue paper. Even a tiny seep will stain the paper, reveling the leak.
You'll probably have to remove all the trunk carpet for a thorough cleaning. it really holds the odor even after you find and fix the leaks.
Cheers
DD
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ThQ, Fraser and Doug -
I'll try that tissue paper trick. I have about half the carpet out and it's still not clear if this was something spilled or a leak or what.
Of course, I'd love to avoid pulling the tank, but am fed up with the situation.
Still a relatively new purchase and I believe I can go back at the dealer to recoup some cost if tank does need out -
I'll check back with anything I learn,
Thanks again -
I'll try that tissue paper trick. I have about half the carpet out and it's still not clear if this was something spilled or a leak or what.
Of course, I'd love to avoid pulling the tank, but am fed up with the situation.
Still a relatively new purchase and I believe I can go back at the dealer to recoup some cost if tank does need out -
I'll check back with anything I learn,
Thanks again -
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