Gas pump problem
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Gas pump problem
2017 GS Convertible 3LT Low Miles. I have a real problem pumping gas into my car. The gas handle keeps shutting OFF and it takes forever for a fill up. I have tried several gas stations with the same issue. It has to be the car. ???????????
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Yes, the system does not work well when the nozzle is fully inserted. After fully inserting the pump nozzle, pull it out an inch or so until you reach a point where the pump will work without being cutoff.
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We’ve had this issue a few times at a few pumps, but most seem to work fine. No idea why the difference. As posted, backing the nozzle out of the fill door approximately one inch seems to allow normal filling.
We trudge on.
We trudge on.
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Some gas stations it does it some dont, dont know why. Typically pull the nozzle out a bit or turn it side ways. Sometimes it'll still do it.
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All good suggestions and have seemed to work. I have not had the problem on my car, but I do not place the nozzle fully into the filler pipe.
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Not arguing the suggestions but want to warn that there is a CHANCE using these techniques COULD cause the pump to not shut off & fuel pouring out the filler opening. It’s done it to me a couple of times dumping fuel on the ground & my shoes. I would NEVER walk away while filling up these ways in case pump doesn’t shut off as designed. JMO 😎
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As noted, a common issue with some pumps and not others. And, not limited to any given year C7, happens with my '18 and never with my ol' C5--'01 (yes, I still have it). Simply go elsewhere when you can. (just contemplate your cool car while waiting for it to fill) .
Last edited by Avanti; Oct 2, 2020 at 09:00 PM.