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Old Feb 2, 2020 | 08:22 PM
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Im suppose to look at a 2003 with 50K Miles to purchase, owner claims he just had the fuel pump replaced. I remember problems with fuel leaks in late 2003, should I avoid this sale or is there a way to inspect other then using my nose and looking for fuel? Should I fill the car with fuel? Id rather spend 50 bucks instead of a couple grand Im sure it would cost.
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It's an 03 so do you know which fuel system it has? The original or the updated FFS?
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It's an 03 so do you know which fuel system it has? The original or the updated FFS?
I know its a very early production car I think 800 something produced. Ill be looking for the FFS when I see it today. Will that be in the glovebox on the options?
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FYI. The later 2003 and 2004 years had the fuel line gas tank leaks. The failure involves VIN numbers 45110258 to 45125500.
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Yes, the RPO listing should have FFS listed if it is on the car.
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Thanks I didn't see the FFS but I did smell gas. The car was also pretty rough. I walked away from the deal. Im going to look at a 2000 today. Thanks for the quick responses and help. I only knew to look so close at the fuel because of this site.
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