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Strong Gas odor from under hood of '96 960

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P8riotzfan
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Strong Gas odor from under hood of '96 960

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I have a '96 960 with an inline 6 cyl engine. It is startingextremely hard in the am and has a strong gas odor eminating from the engine compartment. ANy ideas?

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Post by MadeInJapan »

Check your fuel line under the hood for leaks. Leaking fuel line will cause lack of pressure to the carb and keep your engine from starting. Just a thought...but honestly I know nothing about your model Volvo.
'98 S70 T5 Emrld Grn Met/Beige Tons of Upgrades Mobil-1
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