# Power/Fuel **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/power-fuel/16.md?page=22 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 23 --- ## [1994 Honda Accord LX - Fuel Pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-honda-accord-lx-fuel-pump/51774)
**Author:** [@natedbrbr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/natedbrbr)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2010, 7:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-honda-accord-lx-fuel-pump/51774 "2010-07-13T19:55:45Z")
I have a 1994 Honda Accord LX that has been having difficulty starting. I think I have narrowed the problem down to fuel delivery. I heard no whine from the fuel pump so I replaced the main relay and hooked the car up to… --- ## [Gasoline burping out of tank while filling up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-burping-out-of-tank-while-filling-up/51689)
**Author:** [@kurgan19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurgan19)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2010, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-burping-out-of-tank-while-filling-up/51689 "2010-07-12T03:04:50Z")
I recently bought a Mad Max Interceptor, Australian 1974 Ford Falcon XB. The previous owner told me how the tank burps gas out of the filler tube and goes all over the fender. Why is this? I thought gas pumps had some ki… --- ## [Burstin fuel lines](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burstin-fuel-lines/51584)
**Author:** [@R\_Keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/R_Keith)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2010, 10:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burstin-fuel-lines/51584 "2010-07-11T22:17:00Z")
Has anyone heard about or seen an issue with the fuel line on 2006 Nissan Xterras bursting. This has happened to me twice in one year and five days. It occured in the same place both times on the fuel line where it runs … --- ## [Fuel tank overflow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-tank-overflow/51644)
**Author:** [@sparrow1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sparrow1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2010, 5:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-tank-overflow/51644 "2010-07-11T17:53:37Z")
Fuel nozzels will not shut off when I am filling my tank. This happens at all stations. I have the nozzel full into the spout --- ## [2002 GMC Sierra Fuel Pump. Easiest way to change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-gmc-sierra-fuel-pump-easiest-way-to-change/51516)
**Author:** [@albertk77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/albertk77)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2010, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-gmc-sierra-fuel-pump-easiest-way-to-change/51516 "2010-07-09T02:27:18Z")
What is the easiest way to change the fuel pump in a 2002 GMC Sierra (gas engine)? Pulling the bed off or dropping the gas tank? I am helping a friend change one in the morning and am wondering if anyone has done one o… --- ## [2007 Chevy Avalanche - Poor Gas Mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevy-avalanche-poor-gas-mileage/51491)
**Author:** [@KY\_Avalanche](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KY_Avalanche)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2010, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevy-avalanche-poor-gas-mileage/51491 "2010-07-08T23:20:45Z")
I've got a 2007 Avalnche with 5.3 V8 flexfuel, and 4.3 gears. I've heard of many people with this truck that get 20-22 MPG on the highway. The best I've ever been able to get is 17.5 MPG and as of late that has dropped t… --- ## [Older Truck Gearing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/older-truck-gearing/51483)
**Author:** [@sklakken](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sklakken)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2010, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/older-truck-gearing/51483 "2010-07-08T22:34:41Z")
My wife and I have a 1981 GMC ? ton pickup with a 454 cubic inch big block engine. We really like the big block because about twice a month our horse, Bourbon, is hauled around to dressage shows where my wife and he comp… --- ## [Gas tank leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-tank-leak/51460)
**Author:** [@roperirene](https://community.cartalk.com/u/roperirene)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2010, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-tank-leak/51460 "2010-07-08T00:10:20Z")
Shortly after putting gas in my 1999 RAV4 and driving a mile or so I parked to run a quick errand. When I returned I could smell gasoline and there was a puddle of gas under the car on the side that the tank is on. Gas… --- ## [Transmission capacities](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-capacities/51398)
**Author:** [@David\_1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/David_1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2010, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-capacities/51398 "2010-07-07T17:32:56Z")
I was wondering how many quarts this transmission holds-total 700r4 --- ## [Gas Hand](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-hand/51387)
**Author:** [@matt23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt23)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2010, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-hand/51387 "2010-07-06T23:22:45Z")
I need to know what to do about my gas hand? It doesnt work right. It moves all over. --- ## [Fuel indication circuit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-indication-circuit/51277)
**Author:** [@Rubbertramp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rubbertramp)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2010, 3:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-indication-circuit/51277 "2010-07-04T15:07:02Z")
My home is a 1981 Chevy motor home built on a 1 ton chevy van chassis. I do not know how many people have owned this, but I do have several toggle switches hanging from under the dash. My question is how do I troublesh… --- ## [2002 Chevy Blazer Fuel Pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevy-blazer-fuel-pump/51260)
**Author:** [@rxpxjx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rxpxjx)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2010, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevy-blazer-fuel-pump/51260 "2010-07-04T01:22:19Z")
I bought a new fuel pump for my 2002 chevy s10 blazer. With this assembly you have to install a new wiring harness. in the instructions it tells you to remove the old fuel pump fuse and discard it amd then replace it wit… --- ## [Gasoline vs. diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-vs-diesel/51201)
**Author:** [@leffing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/leffing)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2010, 6:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-vs-diesel/51201 "2010-07-03T06:21:36Z")
Hearing of the problem encountered when a caller put 6 gal. of diesel in a gasoline-powered car, I was reminded of my experience a few years back when I rented a VW Beetle TDI in Belgium. At that time VW wasn't exporting… --- ## [1971 Volvo P1800 TPS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1971-volvo-p1800-tps/51190)
**Author:** [@gjreed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gjreed)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2010, 6:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1971-volvo-p1800-tps/51190 "2010-07-02T18:59:48Z")
So I've been having an issue with the throttle on my p1800. It starts right up, but to keep it running I have to feather the throttle for at least 10 mins. To make the engine rev higher I have to feather it harder. It ha… --- ## [Acceleration issue with VW Jetta TDI- diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acceleration-issue-with-vw-jetta-tdi-diesel/51089)
**Author:** [@jxward](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jxward)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2010, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acceleration-issue-with-vw-jetta-tdi-diesel/51089 "2010-07-01T02:09:28Z")
Hello I own a 2004 VW Jetta TDI. On my way home from work today, I had problems with acceleration. Whenever I was idling at a stop sign and pressed the gas, the car would not move, then eventually lurched forward… --- ## [Oxygen sensors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oxygen-sensors/50771)
**Author:** [@Mark51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark51)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2010, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oxygen-sensors/50771 "2010-06-30T20:53:48Z")
Does anyone have experience with choosing and installing oxygen sensors for a 95 tercel? What is necessary; heated or unheated, exact fit or universal fit,etc. The heated, exact fit, etc. is the most expensive. I beli… --- ## [Ethanol gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ethanol-gas/51098)
**Author:** [@GROVITE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GROVITE)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2010, 5:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ethanol-gas/51098 "2010-06-30T17:10:19Z")
RECENTLY MY CAR BEGAN TO WANT TO STALL SO MY MECHANIC TOOK A LOOK AND NOTHING IS WRONG. HE SAYS THE ENTHANOL IN GAS MAKES CARS DO THIS AND TO PUT ADDITIVE IN THE GAS EVERY 3 FILL UPS. BUT IT IS STILL HAPPENING. HE ALSO S… --- ## [2001 hyundai tiburon gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-hyundai-tiburon-gas-tank/51031)
**Author:** [@cara2393](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cara2393)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2010, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-hyundai-tiburon-gas-tank/51031 "2010-06-28T22:09:11Z")
Every time my boyfriend and I go to fill up his gas tank it acts as though the tank is full when it is emptyand only lets little bits of gas in at the time. What could be in there or be causing this problem --- ## [2000 Jeep](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jeep/50925)
**Author:** [@mombomailbox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mombomailbox)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2010, 8:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jeep/50925 "2010-06-26T20:57:54Z")
Recently we had our Jeep into the dealership for repairs. The check engine light kept coming on and then found it needed a new gas cap. We picked it up and all was fine until we tried to fill-up the tank. At most gas … --- ## [Accessing the fuel lines thru floor panel for 1998 Grand Voyager](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accessing-the-fuel-lines-thru-floor-panel-for-1998-grand-voyager/50841)
**Author:** [@bilrpip11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bilrpip11)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2010, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accessing-the-fuel-lines-thru-floor-panel-for-1998-grand-voyager/50841 "2010-06-26T01:59:15Z")
Is the a way to access the fuel lines on top of the gas tank on a 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager thru a panel in the floor? --- ## [Fyi top tier gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fyi-top-tier-gas/50732)
**Author:** [@Al\_in\_MD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Al_in_MD)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2010, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fyi-top-tier-gas/50732 "2010-06-24T22:16:37Z")
For those of you who own vehicles that their manufacturers recommend using "Top Tier" fuels, the website for Top Tier has been updated with new fuel retailers. www.toptiergas.com --- ## [Techron - too Much?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/techron-too-much/50135)
**Author:** [@bardiferous](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bardiferous)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2010, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/techron-too-much/50135 "2010-06-21T22:24:26Z")
I'm thinking of adding Techron to my gas. If I'm already filling up with Texaco/Chevron gas with Techron, would adding more be too much? --- ## [2000 Saturn LW1 won't start... periodically](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-saturn-lw1-wont-start-periodically/50590)
**Author:** [@torchbone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/torchbone)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2010, 2:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-saturn-lw1-wont-start-periodically/50590 "2010-06-20T14:35:13Z")
My car will, periodically, not start. It cranks vigorously, but won't catch. If I wait 10-15 minutes it will fire right up. Car has 113,000 miles on it. Just had a major tune up session - new plugs, wires, filters, … --- ## [Gas fumes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-fumes/50592)
**Author:** [@kcmagner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kcmagner)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2010, 5:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-fumes/50592 "2010-06-20T05:42:56Z")
I have a 2005 Toyota Sienna. After the big check-up where the timing belt was replaced I smell gas fumes in the car's cabin. I smell it when my heater and air conditioner are on but I don't smell it all the time. It … --- ## [Hyundai fuel tank shut off, constantly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-fuel-tank-shut-off-constantly/50344)
**Author:** [@PeterWcontact](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PeterWcontact)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2010, 2:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-fuel-tank-shut-off-constantly/50344 "2010-06-19T02:53:14Z")
Help me, Obi Wan Magliozzi. You two are my only hope! Hyundai Accent 2001 1.5liter manual. (Base model, no AC and NO CLOCK..... NOT even the radio double as a clock, so pathetic of a car) Fuel tank constantly… --- ## [Gas Flap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-flap/50500)
**Author:** [@djohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/djohnson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2010, 3:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-flap/50500 "2010-06-18T15:06:22Z")
The silver flap that closes the fuel filler neck on my 2007 Ford Focus appears to have broken off and fell into the gas tank. What are the consequences? I have driven the car for two tank fills and have not encountered… --- ## [Scion XB 2005 gas filling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scion-xb-2005-gas-filling/50441)
**Author:** [@mickeygc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mickeygc)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2010, 2:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scion-xb-2005-gas-filling/50441 "2010-06-17T02:42:16Z")
I never had any problems filling my gas tank until, last week. I always fill my tank,full. I thought last week, the pump was the problem, but I again had the same issue today. I can't clamp the pump handle to fill automa… --- ## [Miata Engine Problems - 2002 Mazda Miata](https://community.cartalk.com/t/miata-engine-problems-2002-mazda-miata/50339)
**Author:** [@drmcnabb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drmcnabb)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2010, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/miata-engine-problems-2002-mazda-miata/50339 "2010-06-14T23:43:30Z")
My 2002 Miata has an intermittent fuel pressure problem usually on a hot day after running well for hours. Symptoms are hesitation, bucking, missing or stumbling. No CEL is on or stored. After it sets for 30 ? 60 minu… --- ## [Reliability & Economy '80's Ford Ranger vs Toyota/Nissan little trucks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reliability-economy-80s-ford-ranger-vs-toyota-nissan-little-trucks/32282)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2010, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reliability-economy-80s-ford-ranger-vs-toyota-nissan-little-trucks/32282 "2010-06-12T23:54:30Z")
Hi, I have narrowed down my vehicle search. It's gonna be an older vehicle as I don't have much to spend. Plus as a child of the 80's I find that I am drawn to older vehicles for nostalgic reasons. I was thinking a wag… --- ## [Replacing a filler neck for gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-a-filler-neck-for-gas-tank/50141)
**Author:** [@Tessa1962](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tessa1962)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2010, 11:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-a-filler-neck-for-gas-tank/50141 "2010-06-11T11:45:53Z")
Our filler neck is leaking. Some say it makes a difference if the vehicle is 2 or 4 door. Others say it doesn't. Please tell me what we need to look for to be sure we have the right piece. We are looking at salvage y… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/power-fuel/16.md?page=21) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/power-fuel/16.md?page=23)