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Misfuelling a Ford Focus – A satisfied customer

On the 5th of September, Auto Fuel Fix were called out to a misfuelling incident where Marion R had put petrol in a diesel Ford Focus in Oxford.

We’re always proud of our excellent customer service and were glad to receive this thankyou email from Marion:misfeuelling a Ford Focus

“I couldn’t have asked for a more efficient, expert and reassuring service from the guys at Fuelfix, from the first phone call to the car being back on the road, and sounding as good as it did before my misfuelling event. We’d just spent a small fortune on 4 new fuel injectors two days previously and I had visions of having ruined the whole system!

So, thank you. I hope I don’t have to use your services again, but for those friends to whom I can admit my error, I’ll tell them about AutoFuelFix. When I filled up nearby at BP, I noticed its Ultimate diesel has a blue nozzle, as does the Esso Super Unleaded, -but still no excuse really….

My friend took a photo – see attached. Unfortunately it’s not of Steve in action, but you might like the files anyway.

Kind regards

Marion”

Auto Fuel Fix provide a 24hr misfuelling recovery service across the United Kingdom. We always deliver a professional service, with our expert engineers in roadside fuel drainage. We realise that doing the required job of rectifying the misfuelling event is only part of the job, our engineers reassure our clients and give any further advice if required to ensure there is no damage to their engine. Marion is just one of our many satisfied clients who we are called out to on a daily basis. To ensure you have your vehicles tank and fuel system drained correctly after misfuelling, Auto Fuel Fix recommend always seeking the advice and services of a reputable fuel drainage company.

For more information on misfuelling, check out our wrong fuel ultimate guide.

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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