What Causes a Strong Gasoline Smell in Cars?
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Causes of a strong gasoline smell in cars include: 1. Failure of the carbon canister; 2. Aging or uneven gasket inside the fuel tank cap; 3. Dirt buildup on fuel injectors and throttle body due to long-term lack of cleaning, leading to incomplete gasoline combustion; 4. Dirty fuel filter or loose/aged connecting hose joints; 5. Aging or loose fuel tank connecting hoses; 6. Poor vehicle sealing performance. Solutions for a strong gasoline smell in cars are: 1. Replace aged rubber hoses; 2. Tighten or repair joints and replace sealing gaskets; 3. Visit a repair shop to check if the fuel pump is installed correctly and if surrounding areas need further cleaning; 4. Use the air conditioning in recirculation mode and open the sunroof for ventilation; 5. Clean fuel injectors and throttle body promptly.