TSB: Fuel Smell In Cold Weather - 2002 WRX
02-06-2004, 02:59 PM
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I brought mine in the other day, and they called that next afternoon and said it was done. I saw something interesting, though. On the copy of the work order that they gave me, it just said "tightened clamps on fuel lines." That kind of scared me a bit. Should I be worried that they just tightened the clamps instead of replacing the lines???
02-06-2004, 03:55 PM
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Origami posted by VRWRX
On the copy of the work order that they gave me, it just said "tightened clamps on fuel lines." That kind of scared me a bit. Should I be worried that they just tightened the clamps instead of replacing the lines?
On the copy of the work order that they gave me, it just said "tightened clamps on fuel lines." That kind of scared me a bit. Should I be worried that they just tightened the clamps instead of replacing the lines?
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02-09-2004, 09:34 AM
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Also, print out a copy of the TSB that Peaty posted on the first page of the thread and bring it along when you go back to the dealership.
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02-09-2004, 11:30 AM
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I will. I didn't think I had anything to worry about because the dealer knew exactly what I was talking about when I talked to him on the phone. That's a little distrubing...
02-12-2004, 09:04 AM
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I will be five weeks tomorrow that I have gone with out a car due to this problem. I have many issues with how I and this process have been handled. As soon as I get my car back I plan on writing a long letter explaining my experience. I would like to know of who I should bring attention to this and if anyone has any names and addresses.
Thanks
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02-13-2004, 06:32 AM
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This Sucks!!
So I got my car fixed for this problem on Tuesday (only took 10 days to get the parts) and everything seemed to be fine until this morning when the check engine light went on a few times and the engine seemed to hesitate and not run smoothly. I am at the 1/2 mark on the current tank of gas but I'm not thinking it is the gas cap since I just had the gas smell problem fixed. Anyone got any ideas on this? I think I'll call the dealer and have them check to make sure they got everything back together right.
02-16-2004, 02:13 PM
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Originally posted by deke
FYI, my dealer forgot to connect a vacuum hose after doing the fuel line repair, so that is why my check engine light was on. Two hours of my life are down the drain simply because some careless mechanic forgot to check his work - though I did catch up some reading in the waiting room!
FYI, my dealer forgot to connect a vacuum hose after doing the fuel line repair, so that is why my check engine light was on. Two hours of my life are down the drain simply because some careless mechanic forgot to check his work - though I did catch up some reading in the waiting room!
03-18-2004, 08:59 PM
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Originally posted by mexicanpizza
Carlsen Subaru here just checked by motor code on that service bulletin and I was not in the range that needed repair. They were prepared to fix it as a preventative measure.
You guys have the worst dealers ever. Get on the phone to 1-800-SUBARU3 and give 'em hell.
Carlsen Subaru here just checked by motor code on that service bulletin and I was not in the range that needed repair. They were prepared to fix it as a preventative measure.
You guys have the worst dealers ever. Get on the phone to 1-800-SUBARU3 and give 'em hell.
thank for the info
04-11-2005, 08:42 PM
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Originally Posted by mexicanpizza
Carlsen Subaru here just checked by motor code on that service bulletin and I was not in the range that needed repair. They were prepared to fix it as a preventative measure.
You guys have the worst dealers ever. Get on the phone to 1-800-SUBARU3 and give 'em hell.
You guys have the worst dealers ever. Get on the phone to 1-800-SUBARU3 and give 'em hell.
11-24-2005, 07:51 AM
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I'm glad I found this link - and I'm kicking myself for not looking earlier. Dealers are bastards.
I've been trying to get to the source of this gas smell problem since my first winter in 2002. Every winter I took my car in to try and find the source of my problem and my dealer and repair shop would just look at me like I was on crack.
The smell is so bad some times that it makes me sick - I've just been diagnosed with Lou Gherig's disease and maybe these gas fumes were a contributing factor.
Took my car in just last spring for my 72,000 check up and specifically asked about this problem. It was a warm day so the service dept just noted on the work order "problem could not be replicated" - *******.
This is what is so amazing about the internet- sharing of information. Now I can go back with the TSB bulletin and go "In your face!". It's like I'm playing poker and was just dealt a royal flush.
Thanks guys.
I've been trying to get to the source of this gas smell problem since my first winter in 2002. Every winter I took my car in to try and find the source of my problem and my dealer and repair shop would just look at me like I was on crack.
The smell is so bad some times that it makes me sick - I've just been diagnosed with Lou Gherig's disease and maybe these gas fumes were a contributing factor.
Took my car in just last spring for my 72,000 check up and specifically asked about this problem. It was a warm day so the service dept just noted on the work order "problem could not be replicated" - *******.
This is what is so amazing about the internet- sharing of information. Now I can go back with the TSB bulletin and go "In your face!". It's like I'm playing poker and was just dealt a royal flush.
Thanks guys.
12-11-2005, 05:46 AM
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Well i live in Vegas and it gets cold.... but not as cold as the rest of the country.... just got back from a short cold trip in the car... got out....... and the entire street smelled way worse than a pumping station.... all fresh gas and under the hood.... so i guess this happens even not in the coldest weather.
Now for trying to get the dealership to take care of it. im at 41000 miles... any chance of it u think?? I really cant afford to get it fixed... i just got laid off from my job, and the holidays and all. So should i try to shmuze them down at the dealership... or should i just call SOA now. lol but still serious, Im soooo broke!!
Now for trying to get the dealership to take care of it. im at 41000 miles... any chance of it u think?? I really cant afford to get it fixed... i just got laid off from my job, and the holidays and all. So should i try to shmuze them down at the dealership... or should i just call SOA now. lol but still serious, Im soooo broke!!