1997 Volkswagen Golf smell petrol

Car: Volkswagen Golf
Year: 1997
Variant: manual 1.4 petrol
Categories: Leaks & Noises
i can smell petrol outside my car,it smells stronger at the rear,but can smell it a bit at the front and a bit inside,are they prone for leaks after a while, any help would be nice..thanks
Posted: Oct 31, 2013 (10 years ago)
On your age of vehicle it is possible you could have a leak if you have a strong smell of fuel,no drips under the vehicle to help pinpoint the issue.
Posted Oct 31, 2013 (10 years ago)
Common for that age for plpes/hoses to rot . Also check tank and fuel cap for leaks.
Posted Oct 31, 2013 (10 years ago)

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