What are the effects of excessive water content in gasoline?
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The effects of excessive water content in gasoline: When the water level in gasoline is higher than the fuel pump inlet, it can be transported into the fuel lines, causing damage to the vehicle. This increases the resistance for the fuel pump to draw gasoline, leading to insufficient fuel supply to the engine, reduced power, and eventual failure of the fuel pump over time. Sources of water in gasoline: 1. Condensation due to temperature differences, which is a common occurrence; 2. High ethanol content in ethanol-blended gasoline, as ethanol evaporation leaves behind water; 3. The fuel tank is not a completely sealed space, and car washing can introduce some water into the tank; 4. Substandard fuel with excessive water content.