NO.20 FUEL ODOR (IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT) [LF]
POSSIBLE CAUSE & DESCRIPTION (FUEL ODOR (IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT))
If normal, return to diagnostic index to service any additional
symptoms.
(See
ENGINE SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING [LF]
.)
If malfunction remains, inspect related Service Bulletins and/or On-line
Repair Information and perform repair or diagnosis.
If vehicle is repaired, troubleshooting completed.
If vehicle is not repaired or additional diagnostic information is
not available, replace the PCM.
(See
PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF]
.)
20
FUEL ODOR (IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT)
DESCRIPTION
Gasoline fuel smell or visible leakage
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Excessive fuel pressure
Purge solenoid valve malfunction
Fuel tank vent system blockage
Charcoal canister malfunction
Fuel leakage from fuel system
WARNING:
The following DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
TABLE contains fuel system diagnosis and
repair procedures. Read following
warnings before servicing fuel system:
Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can easily
ignite, causing serious injury and
damage. Always keep sparks and
flames away from fuel.
Fuel line spills and leakage are
dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause
serious injuries or death and
damage. Fuel can also irritate skin
and eyes. To prevent this, always
complete "BEFORE SERVICE
PRECAUTION" and "AFTER SERVICE
PRECAUTION" described in this
article.
(See BEFORE SERVICE
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
2007 ENGINE PERFORMANCE Symptom Troubleshooting - MX-5 Miata
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