Gas Smell - 2004 Convertible
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Gas Smell - 2004 Convertible
I just purchased a 2004 convertible with 28,000 miles that had a strong gas smell upon filling the tank. Purchased a new cap, improved somewhat, however still a smell. Never had a similar problem on my 1999 C5 convertible.
Any thoughts as to the source of problem?
Thanks.
Lentis Lee
Any thoughts as to the source of problem?
Thanks.
Lentis Lee
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Some of the vin numbers were repaired mine was one of them not affected buy this , the pipe is stainless I think and goes from the top of the tank , I'll try and find a pic for you .Ron
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It could also be nothing more than simply a gas smell coming from a full tank. Mine has the same problem but I had it in the shop for three days with them checking every possibility. I discovered that if I don't do any hard acceleration after filling the tank up and wait until I've burned some gas off I don't get the smell.
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I am so appreciative of this information. I will definitely take it into my Chevrolet dealership for attention. A suggestion such as the above show how valuable this forum is to less informed such as myself!
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I had this happen on my 04 CE Coupe - thanks to the efforts of a group here on the forum they got GM to realize this is a serious problem and now there is a service bulletin for those cars impacted by this. I ended up needing to have both gas tanks replaced plus all the necessary plumbing - I was told the the bill was over $1700 and it didn't cost me a penny. Another example of how this forum is so helpful.
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Check the VIN of the car.
If it's between 45110258 through 45125500 you MAY have the broken gas tank bung that is covered by a GM special coverage extended warranty.
Read here:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1575026958-post285.html
If it's between 45110258 through 45125500 you MAY have the broken gas tank bung that is covered by a GM special coverage extended warranty.
Read here:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1575026958-post285.html
the SB is still active based on your VIN, take it to a dealer and have them check. I haven't had a problem with my 04 yet but was told I could have everything replaced as long I get it done by 2/2014.