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Put The Wrong Fuel Into Your Car?

Petrol in a diesel Renault Master

Time is money and when you’re rushing around focusing on your work, putting the wrong fuel in your van can be an easy mistake to make. That’s what happened to Arthur at the ESSO petrol station (SP97LA) in Tidworth, as he was rushing around to get to his next job he made the common error of putting in petrol in a diesel van, but luckily he realised before starting the engine and driving off the forecourt.

A quick call to Auto Fuel Fix saw the petrol drained from his diesel Renault Master tank in no time, a quick check that everything was ok and Arthur was able to fill his van with the correct diesel and be on his way, resulting in a very happy Arthur being back on the road with minimal time loss.

Steps to follow if you have misfuelled without realising

1. If your vehicle has started to run rough or has broken down, you may have misfuelled. 2. Pull over when it is safe to do and switch off the ignition. This will limit any further damage to your vehicle....

Steps to take if you have started the engine or driven a short distance after misfuelling

1. Pull over when it is safe to do so and switch off your engine. This will limit any further damage to your vehicle. 2. Call a reputable fuel company, such as Auto Fuel Fix, who can drain your fuel...

Steps to take if you realise that you have misfuelled before starting the engine

1. Do not put the key in the ignition as this will prime the system and start to circulate the incorrect fuel around the vehicle. 2. The good news is you have contained the incorrect fuel to your fuel tank....

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