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first time fueling the 550

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  1. 1995F512M

    1995F512M Rookie

    Nov 20, 2014
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    just picked up a 550, and first time fueling the car, and noticed fuel backing up.
    i fueled until the pump clicked. then removed the pump and noticed fuel backing up and coming up and out of the fuel opening. then i quickly tightened the cap. and dried up the car.

    have anyone seen this before?
     
  2. flash32

    flash32 F1 Veteran

    Aug 22, 2008
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    Dominick
    It has happened to me on other cars ..i think it is heat expansion..cold fuel going into a very hot tank

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  3. vandevanterSH

    vandevanterSH F1 Rookie
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    FWIW, not quite same symptom but years ago I had a recurring problem with "pressurization" of the fuel tank when refueling. Pressure would build up and shutoff the pump and it was a real PITA to fill the tank. The issue was with the "evaporative emissions control system". This problem would usually show up on long road trips and was worked on by dealers in TX, NV, and CA. The problem was finally solved by changing the fuel vapor charcoal filter.
     
  4. 1995F512M

    1995F512M Rookie

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    yes it's a very hot day, over 30'C
     
  5. flash32

    flash32 F1 Veteran

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    If you had no problem filling and only starting coming out at the end ..most likely heat related vs evap

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