# Power/Fuel **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/power-fuel/16.md?page=34 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 35 --- ## [Cars not driven for 2 years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-not-driven-for-2-years/27920)
**Author:** [@afalls](https://community.cartalk.com/u/afalls)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2009, 11:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-not-driven-for-2-years/27920 "2009-03-18T11:32:41Z")
I've seen a lot of discussion about cars not driven for 6 months, but ours are in another league. We've been abroad for 2 years and our cars (a Jeep Liberty and a Mini Cooper S) have been sitting in our cool, dry garage … --- ## [1997 Explorer No start possible fuel system problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-explorer-no-start-possible-fuel-system-problem/27574)
**Author:** [@OldGuy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OldGuy)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2009, 7:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-explorer-no-start-possible-fuel-system-problem/27574 "2009-03-17T07:28:19Z")
A '97 Explorer with this problem: Over the past year, the car might not start after starting well for months at a time. First and second time, replacing the Fuel Pump Relay would seem to solve the problem for a… --- ## [Bad Fuel Injectors on a 93 Dodge Caravan?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-fuel-injectors-on-a-93-dodge-caravan/27569)
**Author:** [@akseabird](https://community.cartalk.com/u/akseabird)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2009, 7:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-fuel-injectors-on-a-93-dodge-caravan/27569 "2009-03-11T07:23:18Z")
1993 Dodge Caravan 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 180,200 miles Gas gauge has been reading innacurately for several months. Saturday drove the van to the library and when I came back out an hour later, it wouldn… --- ## [Car Vibrations and poor gas mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-vibrations-and-poor-gas-mileage/27382)
**Author:** [@justagal58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/justagal58)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2009, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-vibrations-and-poor-gas-mileage/27382 "2009-03-08T16:33:26Z")
I have a 98 Ford Escort with a new Jasper Engine amd a catalitic converter. Before the new engine I would get about 30 to 37 mpg. Now I get between 15 and 27 with an average of about 25 mpg. Recently the car started to… --- ## [Advice on a used car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-a-used-car/27371)
**Author:** [@OldChurchGuy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OldChurchGuy)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2009, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-a-used-car/27371 "2009-03-07T20:43:51Z")
I am exploring going into business for myself as a Business Analyst for insurance companies within an 8 hour drive of Columbus, OH. I want to purchase a used car (don't think I can afford the depreciation when a new… --- ## [Internal fuel filler tube flap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/internal-fuel-filler-tube-flap/27346)
**Author:** [@blinky22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/blinky22)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2009, 9:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/internal-fuel-filler-tube-flap/27346 "2009-03-06T09:56:00Z")
When you take your gas cap off, usually there is a flap that you press against to insert the hose into your gas line. We just bought a second hand 2003 Toyota Matrix and there is no flap. Can someone tell us whether i… --- ## [Camry woes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-woes/27305)
**Author:** [@mmanring](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mmanring)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2009, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-woes/27305 "2009-03-05T15:47:20Z")
Hi all, I am having some trouble with my 1991 Toyota Camry (2.0L 4-cylinder with 206,000 miles) and hope that someone can help. Here are the symptoms I am experiencing: 1. After a few days of not driving the car, I … --- ## [1989 z24](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-z24/14482)
**Author:** [@miller2008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/miller2008)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2009, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-z24/14482 "2009-03-02T21:30:04Z")
My 1989 Z24 will not run on reg. gas, i have to use premium for it to run and not spit and sputter. what would cause this? --- ## [Car Difficult to Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-difficult-to-start/24065)
**Author:** [@solartwin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/solartwin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2009, 12:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-difficult-to-start/24065 "2009-03-02T12:47:41Z")
My 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix with 58,000 miles on it. I have trouble startimg it, when I turn the key in the ignition the engine will turn over then die or not turn over at all. I can force a start by gently pumping th… --- ## [Jeep stalls at all speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-stalls-at-all-speeds/27165)
**Author:** [@sinankoybasi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sinankoybasi)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2009, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-stalls-at-all-speeds/27165 "2009-03-02T00:42:57Z")
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2004: Problem occurs intermittently. Some days there are no problems. Other days it stalls out as the car first starts. Have to pump for a couple of minutes. Gear sticks on the 2nd. We have already ch… --- ## [Gas additive yes, or no](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-additive-yes-or-no/27043)
**Author:** [@rogerdamboise](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rogerdamboise)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2009, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-additive-yes-or-no/27043 "2009-02-27T23:42:29Z")
Since gasoline now contains ethanol, some say that we need to add an additive to the gasoline, and I have heard others say not to add this additive. Who is correct? And by the way, how is this saving money? Since etha… --- ## [No alcohol in gasoline in PA?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-alcohol-in-gasoline-in-pa/26955)
**Author:** [@old\_goldwinger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old_goldwinger)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2009, 11:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-alcohol-in-gasoline-in-pa/26955 "2009-02-27T23:02:41Z")
Recently on a visit to Lancaster PA. We noticed the gas stations had signs posted that said "This gasoline contains no alcohol." We noticed that our Subaru Forester ran better and got better MPG. We also met friends fro… --- ## [Poor gas mileage on 2000 Dodge Caravan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poor-gas-mileage-on-2000-dodge-caravan/27038)
**Author:** [@booharvey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/booharvey)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2009, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poor-gas-mileage-on-2000-dodge-caravan/27038 "2009-02-27T23:01:12Z")
Hi, I have a 2000 Dodge Caravan with 104k miles. This winter, I've noticed the gas mileage progessively declining. I was averaging 12-13 mpg around town. I took it to my local mechanic who is a former Dodge mechanic. … --- ## [Gasoline Fumes in Cabin of 1993 Chrysler New Yorker Fifth Avenue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-fumes-in-cabin-of-1993-chrysler-new-yorker-fifth-avenue/22032)
**Author:** [@sugardaddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sugardaddy)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2009, 5:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-fumes-in-cabin-of-1993-chrysler-new-yorker-fifth-avenue/22032 "2009-02-26T17:12:24Z")
Within the last week or two, I've started noticing a gasoline smell in my cabin, especially when Recirc is not on, or when I'm idling at a stoplight, for instance. Now, when I am driving, I can have recirc on and I almo… --- ## [Cannot fill gas tank, 2000 formula firebird](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cannot-fill-gas-tank-2000-formula-firebird/26923)
**Author:** [@hammie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hammie)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2009, 12:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cannot-fill-gas-tank-2000-formula-firebird/26923 "2009-02-25T12:51:56Z")
I have a 2000 Formula Firebird with ~90k. A year ago while trying to fill the tank, the fuel overflowed and spilled on the ground. The dealer talked me into replacing the tank...months later the problem happened again.… --- ## [Regular or Premium Gas: Is Engine Still High Compression After Supercharger Disconnect](https://community.cartalk.com/t/regular-or-premium-gas-is-engine-still-high-compression-after-supercharger-disconnect/26283)
**Author:** [@Bruces](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bruces)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2009, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/regular-or-premium-gas-is-engine-still-high-compression-after-supercharger-disconnect/26283 "2009-02-22T21:28:51Z")
The dealer told me that the supercharger on my '99 Buick Regal was starting to wear out and it would take the entire engine with it unless I disconnected it. So, I sadly said goodbye to the supercharger. Now I'm wonderi… --- ## [FlexFuel E85](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flexfuel-e85/26811)
**Author:** [@skip2K12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/skip2K12)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2009, 3:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flexfuel-e85/26811 "2009-02-22T15:45:10Z")
I drive a 2001 Honda Civic LX. There is a gas station not too far that sells Propel FlexFuel E85. It is 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline. Would I be damaging my car if I use this fuel? It claims to burn cleaner. --- ## [2001 Volvo fuel use](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-volvo-fuel-use/26725)
**Author:** [@6volvos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/6volvos)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2009, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-volvo-fuel-use/26725 "2009-02-20T21:49:29Z")
The fuel use in my S60T has 140,000 miles has recently gone up. The check engine light comes on periodically and I can watch the fuel gauge drop. My mechanic us unable to capture computer codes that indicate problems w… --- ## [2006 Subaru Fuel Injection Cleaning - Did I get ripped off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-fuel-injection-cleaning-did-i-get-ripped-off/26649)
**Author:** [@shawba](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shawba)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2009, 1:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-fuel-injection-cleaning-did-i-get-ripped-off/26649 "2009-02-19T01:06:13Z")
Tell me if I got took. My trusted mechanic called me during my 60,000 mile check up to tell me it would be a good idea to have my fuel injectors cleaned. I told him I wanted to check into it before agreeing to the repa… --- ## [Stumped by my 1948 Frazer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stumped-by-my-1948-frazer/25547)
**Author:** [@arnecp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arnecp)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2009, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stumped-by-my-1948-frazer/25547 "2009-02-15T04:27:12Z")
I inherited this car from my grandfather who bought it new. A mechanic friend and I have got it running again, replaced the brakes, replaced virtually all the front end parts, etc. It does everything but drive! The pr… --- ## [88 dodge with a 318](https://community.cartalk.com/t/88-dodge-with-a-318/26427)
**Author:** [@Katara5000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Katara5000)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2009, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/88-dodge-with-a-318/26427 "2009-02-14T16:08:13Z")
I have been having some problems with poor gas millage. I get about 4-5 miles to the gallon right now. Much less then normal. What do you guys think is wrong? Please help. Thanks, Dan --- ## [Impoving gas mileage on a Scion xB](https://community.cartalk.com/t/impoving-gas-mileage-on-a-scion-xb/26414)
**Author:** [@ejonesiii](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ejonesiii)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2009, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/impoving-gas-mileage-on-a-scion-xb/26414 "2009-02-14T00:09:38Z")
I'm interested in the xB because, believe it or not, I like its styling and the functionality. But, I prefer to get more eco-friendly gas mileage than is currently available on the standard package. Is there a relative… --- ## [Problem filling gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-filling-gas-tank/26224)
**Author:** [@donnaberkes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/donnaberkes)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2009, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-filling-gas-tank/26224 "2009-02-08T23:38:47Z")
we have a 1997 ford contour that we can fill the gas tank in cold weather, but if it's warm, the fuel pump shuts off and it takes forever to pump a few gallons. This happens at any gas station. --- ## [Goofy gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/goofy-gas-tank/26162)
**Author:** [@jmendoza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmendoza)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2009, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/goofy-gas-tank/26162 "2009-02-07T16:14:38Z")
I have a 2001 checy cavalier-- i have a hard time gettingit to start after the gas tank gets down to 1/2 tank- I have to crank it several times- when I fill tank all is fine until it gets back down to 1/2 full-- any id… --- ## [Fuel Pressure Systems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pressure-systems/26118)
**Author:** [@BSCowboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BSCowboy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2009, 5:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pressure-systems/26118 "2009-02-06T17:10:04Z")
What pressure does the common fuel tank mounted fuel pump maintain in a modern vehicle's fuel system? What would be the flow rate of this? In the event of an accident, are there safeguards to stop the fuel pump from ope… --- ## [Fuel Pressure Systems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pressure-systems/26119)
**Author:** [@BSCowboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BSCowboy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2009, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pressure-systems/26119 "2009-02-06T16:39:56Z")
What pressure does the common fuel tank mounted fuel pump maintain in a modern vehicle's fuel system? What would be the flow rate of this? In the event of an accident, are there safeguards to stop the fuel pump from oper… --- ## [Can I convert my car to drive on natural gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-convert-my-car-to-drive-on-natural-gas/26098)
**Author:** [@rene\_m](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rene_m)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2009, 4:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-convert-my-car-to-drive-on-natural-gas/26098 "2009-02-06T04:57:34Z")
I Europe a lot of cars are using LPG instead of petrol. It seems that any car can be converted easily from petrol to LPG by replacing the injection system and adding a tank. The range of the LPG tanks is not very b… --- ## [Car lunges forward when brakes on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-lunges-forward-when-brakes-on/26045)
**Author:** [@kesposito](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kesposito)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2009, 1:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-lunges-forward-when-brakes-on/26045 "2009-02-05T13:31:20Z")
99 Saturn SL2, 140,000 miles...it lunges forward slightly when I'm braked at a light and is sometimes slow to accelerate when I want to start going again. Any ideas? I thought maybe fuel injector or tune up. Please help!… --- ## [Heater/Air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-air/25803)
**Author:** [@LouisaNappi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LouisaNappi)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2009, 5:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-air/25803 "2009-01-31T17:44:21Z")
We live in WI most of the year. I had my 99 Caddie serviced at the dealer in last fall. They fixed the heater which had not been working. Now we're in FL and the air doesn't work. Is the dealer at fault? --- ## [2005 Chrysler T & C won't start in cold weather, runs great in warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-t-c-wont-start-in-cold-weather-runs-great-in-warm/25566)
**Author:** [@awheck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/awheck)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2009, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-t-c-wont-start-in-cold-weather-runs-great-in-warm/25566 "2009-01-27T03:43:19Z")
Van won't stay running when it is colder than 22F. Warmer than 22, starts and runs great. Have replaced transmission thing that tells transmission when to switch gears (maybe solenoid?), battery, key lock cylinder, and … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/power-fuel/16.md?page=33) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/power-fuel/16.md?page=35)