fuel smell

[98gt4me]

I have a 98gt 5 speed with about 110k. After driving, I can smell fuel interrmittently in the drivers seat. I usually smell it near the back of the car. I just recently passed PA state insoection/emissions. The check engine light has not come on. My fuel mileage seems to be fine. Any ideas?

 

[Kilgore Trout]

The most common cause of fuel leaks is the filler neck on the tank. Inspect that first. Do you notice any puddling on the ground when you pump gas?

 

[98gt4me]

No I haven't. I'll have to look out for that the next time I get gas. I work at a car dealer in service. I'll try and get it up in the air and check that out. Anything special I should look for?

 

[Kilgore Trout]

Well, if you can get it on a lift just check the whole length of the fuel line. Maybe you pinched it with a jack or maybe there is a bad connection on the fuel filter.

 

[98gt4me]

updated info..need install help

Ok. I found the seal around the filler neck torn where the neck goes into the side of tank. I have purchased the seal and a new vent tube. Has anyone ever installed the seal where the neck goes into the tank? If so, can you provide some insight. Thanks!

 

[98gt4me]

install help

Help. Has anyone ever installed a seal where the neck goes into the tank? Any info qould be appreciated!!

 

[the98stang]

Help. Has anyone ever installed a seal where the neck goes into the tank? Any info qould be appreciated!!

It's very easy. Open the cover, you should see 4 little bolts holding the neck in place. If you remove those, you can pull the neck right out to get to the seal. Just buy a Haynes repair manual, it has everything you will ever need.