What to Do If You Fill Your Car with the Wrong Fuel?
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The solutions for filling your car with the wrong fuel are: 1. If you fill high-octane fuel with low-octane fuel, short-term use will not damage the engine; 2. If you fill gasoline with diesel, the owner should contact a repair shop as soon as possible to clean the fuel tank and fuel system, conduct a comprehensive inspection of the engine, and avoid ignition to prevent damage to the car; 3. If you fill diesel with gasoline, replace the fuel immediately. Precautions for refueling your car include: 1. Refuel in the morning or evening to avoid direct sunlight at noon; 2. Add more fresh fuel before long-distance trips; 3. Do not exceed the fuel tank's upper limit; 4. Avoid using electronic devices; 5. No smoking; 6. Park, turn off the engine, and shut off the power.
I've been driving for over twenty years and have witnessed the awkward situation of friends filling up with the wrong fuel. Key points: Do not start the engine immediately, as starting it will allow the wrong fuel to flow into the system, damaging components like fuel injectors or pistons. If the engine has already been started, turn it off right away and park in a safe location, then turn on the hazard lights. Contact a towing company to have the vehicle transported to a professional repair shop, where they will drain the fuel tank and clean the fuel lines, filters, and injectors. Common mistakes include filling a diesel car with gasoline or vice versa: adding gasoline to a diesel engine carries a high risk of clogging, while adding diesel to a gasoline engine can cause knocking and damage. Repairs may cost anywhere from a few hundred to several thousand yuan, but delaying action will result in even higher costs. Daily prevention: Pay close attention to signage at unfamiliar gas stations, and consider refueling with a friend to reduce mistakes.
