# Power/Fuel **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/power-fuel/16.md?page=19 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 20 --- ## ['05 Chevy Cavelier fuel smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-chevy-cavelier-fuel-smell/56343)
**Author:** [@scuttlebuttrp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scuttlebuttrp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2010, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-chevy-cavelier-fuel-smell/56343 "2010-10-13T21:58:10Z")
Just putting this up here for the archives if anyone searches for this issue. This may be common knowledge to real mechanics but it's the first time I became aware this part exists. After 100K miles; my wifes Cavelier … --- ## [Tune up leading to worse gas mileage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tune-up-leading-to-worse-gas-mileage/54852)
**Author:** [@lachino8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lachino8)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2010, 8:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tune-up-leading-to-worse-gas-mileage/54852 "2010-10-13T20:26:47Z")
I've recently tuned up my 1999.5 pathfinder only to have the gas mileage decrease from around 17MPG to 14-15MPG. While I know this is not normal, I can't figure out what went wrong. I was expecting equal or improved gas… --- ## [Fuel injection vs induction](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-injection-vs-induction/56081)
**Author:** [@carsforwomen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carsforwomen)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2010, 5:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-injection-vs-induction/56081 "2010-10-12T17:03:49Z")
Is a fuel injection and fuel induction important to do? what is the difference between the two? --- ## [Gas pump accuracy and slow pumps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pump-accuracy-and-slow-pumps/56192)
**Author:** [@daveparrent](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daveparrent)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2010, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pump-accuracy-and-slow-pumps/56192 "2010-10-11T16:30:28Z")
I bought some gas last week at a discount station. The line was long because, as I soon discovered, all the pumps were filling REALLY slowly. My gas gauge was on "E" but not below the line. I was both surprised and suspi… --- ## [Nissan 300zx Gas Tank Leaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-300zx-gas-tank-leaking/56217)
**Author:** [@falcon420](https://community.cartalk.com/u/falcon420)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2010, 3:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-300zx-gas-tank-leaking/56217 "2010-10-11T15:00:29Z")
I have a 300zx Twin Turbo 1993, the gas tank is leaking gas. I just want to know how to repair it. Or is it good idea to replace it? Thank you! --- ## [Regular gas vs Premium](https://community.cartalk.com/t/regular-gas-vs-premium/18201)
**Author:** [@vgettinger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vgettinger)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2010, 11:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/regular-gas-vs-premium/18201 "2010-10-08T23:40:54Z")
I'm interested in buying an '09 Infiniti FX35 rearwheel drive. If is recommended to use Premium gas but the salesman said he has seen info indicating that Regular is OK but will lose about 5% of power without damaging th… --- ## [Hybrid vrs diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-vrs-diesel/55978)
**Author:** [@lesleyklishis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lesleyklishis)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2010, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-vrs-diesel/55978 "2010-10-07T22:40:51Z")
Hybrid vs. diesel In purchasing a new car I have always thought a hybrid car would be a great choice since I want to reduce my dependence on oil and get great gas mileage. With the limited reading I have done, ther… --- ## [Saab 9-3 Mass Air Flow error code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-9-3-mass-air-flow-error-code/55988)
**Author:** [@Derek\_Roberts](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Derek_Roberts)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-9-3-mass-air-flow-error-code/55988 "2010-10-05T14:10:04Z")
My 2001 Saab 9-3 has been throwing P0101 MAF codes for three years. I've replaced the MAF twice, rebuilt and then new. I can clear the code, but it returns. The most recent code was at 68 mph and the FUEL TRIM appea… --- ## [Best cars for biodiesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-cars-for-biodiesel/49419)
**Author:** [@MikeinCT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeinCT)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2010, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-cars-for-biodiesel/49419 "2010-10-03T21:07:45Z")
We're thinking of buying a diesel to run on biodiesel. We'd love to get a light-duty pick-up, but that as a diesel option doesn't exist here in the US. Does anybody have good experience with running their car on it, or… --- ## [Converting a Toyota Land Cruiser to an Alt Fuel Engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-a-toyota-land-cruiser-to-an-alt-fuel-engine/55866)
**Author:** [@pcdunn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pcdunn)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2010, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-a-toyota-land-cruiser-to-an-alt-fuel-engine/55866 "2010-10-03T00:02:53Z")
I have a '72 Toyota LC in great condition that I am thinking of converting to another fuel type at some point. Any thoughts? --- ## [Trouble in Tudour](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trouble-in-tudour/55673)
**Author:** [@Kalishnikova](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kalishnikova)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2010, 5:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trouble-in-tudour/55673 "2010-09-30T05:44:37Z")
I have this beautiful 1987 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Tudor with only 76k. I went to start it one day after it has been sitting for maybe 3 months and the gas pedal is down to the floor but it is idling normally. I can't se… --- ## [1999 Subaru Outback Gas Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-subaru-outback-gas-problem/55760)
**Author:** [@LAPTOPER](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LAPTOPER)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2010, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-subaru-outback-gas-problem/55760 "2010-09-30T00:52:58Z")
Hey Car Talk! I need some help with my Subaru. I bought this car about 5 months ago. When we bought it, there was a problem with the transmission. Soon after, we realized that the whole transmission would have to go… --- ## [What quality of gas should I buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-quality-of-gas-should-i-buy/55280)
**Author:** [@sleepyhead](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sleepyhead)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2010, 2:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-quality-of-gas-should-i-buy/55280 "2010-09-28T02:49:00Z")
Hello, I just purchased a 2010 Prius which is a hybrid. The owners manual says to use unleaded (octane rating 87 (research octane number 91)or higher. Gas stations sells unleaded gas as regular, super, and sup… --- ## [Fuel injector?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-injector/55449)
**Author:** [@joenpaula](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joenpaula)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2010, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-injector/55449 "2010-09-24T21:29:31Z")
When engine is started hot, truck runs badly, like on 3 of the 4 cyl. Code reads random misfire cyl 3. changed spark plugs, fuel filter (not easy) and ran sea foam through at last fill up. While engine running badly … --- ## [Gas Gage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-gage/55510)
**Author:** [@cgdavis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cgdavis)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2010, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-gage/55510 "2010-09-24T20:20:07Z")
When I fill the gas tank completely, the gage displays Empty. After driving approx. 35-50 miles it starts working and moves to Full. This does not happen if I fill it 3/4 or less. --- ## [Car driven infrequently, refuel to full or less?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-driven-infrequently-refuel-to-full-or-less/55457)
**Author:** [@mkanda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mkanda)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2010, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-driven-infrequently-refuel-to-full-or-less/55457 "2010-09-23T23:29:44Z")
I have a car that is driven quite infrequently, maybe 3x month for 50 miles total. When the tank is empty, should I fill it up all the way? Or, should I use less (maybe 1/4 tank) with the idea that it will reduce the a… --- ## [Slow fill gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-fill-gas-tank/53886)
**Author:** [@bbennett32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bbennett32)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2010, 8:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-fill-gas-tank/53886 "2010-09-23T20:40:17Z")
I know similar threads abound, but my 2005.5 Audi A4 2.0 T refuses to take a tank of gas without putting up a fight. Gas station doesn't matter. Fuel level doesn't matter. The Audi dealer is playing stupid (my assumpti… --- ## [Gasoline odor problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-odor-problems/55350)
**Author:** [@geojoe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/geojoe)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2010, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-odor-problems/55350 "2010-09-20T01:47:44Z")
My wife's 1989 Lincoln developed a gasoline odor, most noticeably outside near the right front of the vehicle. Her repair shop has now replaced all 8 fuel injectors, the plenum gaskets. gas cap, vapor canister, and 8 spa… --- ## [Gas tank mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-tank-mystery/55301)
**Author:** [@rpe123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rpe123)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2010, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-tank-mystery/55301 "2010-09-19T00:42:12Z")
I bought a fleet/rental car. Per manufacturer it says there are 16 gallons in the gas tank. Also, noticed that some of the same models have a 14 gallon tank. My VIN suggest a 16 gallon one but when I have filled i… --- ## [Engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light/55162)
**Author:** [@phsaltzgiver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/phsaltzgiver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2010, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light/55162 "2010-09-15T17:40:44Z")
I smell gas sometimes. check engine light has come on.could it be as simple as new gas cap??? --- ## [Fuel efficiency](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-efficiency/55143)
**Author:** [@teendriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/teendriver)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2010, 2:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-efficiency/55143 "2010-09-15T14:59:19Z")
I currently drive a 2004 Honda Pilot, great car, but i'm curious about my fuel efficiency. I drive around 40 miles to school and, 40 miles back. One day I was using the cruise control and going up a 50 mph speed limit hi… --- ## [1991 CHEVY G20 350 no start problem - fuel system](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-chevy-g20-350-no-start-problem-fuel-system/54916)
**Author:** [@GMVSHORT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GMVSHORT)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2010, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-chevy-g20-350-no-start-problem-fuel-system/54916 "2010-09-14T21:37:17Z")
My 1991 Chevy G20 van has been sitting for 8 months with a full tank of gas. Try start but problem. Will run if I pour gas into carb - pump working and injectors drip and do not spray. What should be the fuel pump pre… --- ## [2001 f350 7.3 diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-f350-7-3-diesel/55091)
**Author:** [@davidxray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davidxray)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2010, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-f350-7-3-diesel/55091 "2010-09-13T22:13:13Z")
MY truck is putting out codes PO683 and PO676. I changed #6 glowplug and relay. I reset the computer and the service engine soon light is still on. What can I do next --- ## [Hybrid gas millage, older Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-gas-millage-older-prius/55084)
**Author:** [@raparsek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raparsek)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2010, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-gas-millage-older-prius/55084 "2010-09-13T21:31:32Z")
We have 2003 Prius with 103K miles-it's and an all around great car except for a few minor irritations more to do with visability. Question is --we are noticing that the gas mileage indicator is showing generally poorer… --- ## [Service engine soon light is on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/service-engine-soon-light-is-on/55070)
**Author:** [@davidxray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davidxray)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2010, 6:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/service-engine-soon-light-is-on/55070 "2010-09-13T18:27:15Z")
I plug in my OBD2 computer under the dash. I'm getting codes PO676 and PO683. I changed #6 glow plug and the relay for the glow plug. I reset the computer but the light came back on with PO676 code. Can you please help. … --- ## [Premium Gas in Acura - is it really necessary?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/premium-gas-in-acura-is-it-really-necessary/17227)
**Author:** [@timtaylor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/timtaylor)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2008, 2:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/premium-gas-in-acura-is-it-really-necessary/17227 "2008-07-28T02:34:14Z")
I "inherited" a 1998 Acura and on the instrument panel it states "use premium gas only". Is it really necessary to use premium gas? What impact will there be to the engine if I use regular gas? --- ## [Can I recycle stale leaded gasoline?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-recycle-stale-leaded-gasoline/19287)
**Author:** [@mortafield](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mortafield)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2008, 1:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-recycle-stale-leaded-gasoline/19287 "2008-09-09T01:02:39Z")
I have a '68 Chevy that was stored for 10 years with a full tank ( apprx. 20 gal. ) of regular gas that was treated with lead additive only, no fuel stabilizer. Can I mix 1 gal. of this with a full tank in my Lesabre, u… --- ## [Borrowed Car Etiquette](https://community.cartalk.com/t/borrowed-car-etiquette/41572)
**Author:** [@tal1848](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tal1848)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2010, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/borrowed-car-etiquette/41572 "2010-01-01T00:09:32Z")
I recently borrowed my in-laws' SUV for the 4WD in order to transport my family to Christmas at my family's house during a smedium Midwestern snowstorm. They borrowed our sedan in return. When we returned the SUV, I in… --- ## [Gas Pedal not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pedal-not-working/42140)
**Author:** [@sanveeb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sanveeb)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2010, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pedal-not-working/42140 "2010-01-10T21:40:22Z")
All of sudden the gas pedal stop working on my car. I tried to top the fluids (oil and Transmission) but to no avail. Any idea waht I can do --- ## [2009 Malibu LTZ MPG problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-malibu-ltz-mpg-problem/22987)
**Author:** [@kongj1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kongj1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2009, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-malibu-ltz-mpg-problem/22987 "2009-05-02T14:34:59Z")
I just bought a 2009 Malibu LTZ, 4 cylinder 6 speed transmission in October. It is rated as 22 City/ 34 Highway. That was major thing why I bought Malibu instead of Camery LE, or Accord EX. (I have driven all three … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/power-fuel/16.md?page=18) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/power-fuel/16.md?page=20)