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Old 07-20-2018, 12:28 PM
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Smell raw gas but don't see any leaks anywhere. Any idea's?
 
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Old 07-21-2018, 04:40 PM
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The fuel tank fill neck rots away and the truck smells like gas and throws an evap code. It's so common auto part stores keep them in stock.
 
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Old 07-22-2018, 06:24 AM
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Haven't seen a code but I'll start there. Thanks Rusty!
 
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Old 07-22-2018, 11:43 AM
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It's also fairly common to seep a little gas around the fuel pump module on the top of the gas tank when it's filled up all the way. Is it worse after you fill up?
 
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Old 07-23-2018, 09:18 AM
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To answer your question no. It's sporadic. Smelled gas the other day with just over 1/4 tank. One time it's bad then I won't smell it for a few days. Full or low doesn't seem to matter. Never let it get under 1/4 tank...
 
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