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2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

No.27 Fuel Refill Concerns: Notes

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Notes
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NO.27 DESCRIPTION AND POSSIBLE CAUSE

27 Fuel refill concerns
DESCRIPTION 
  • The fuel tank does not fill smoothly.
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • Clogged EVAP pipes
  • Nonreturn valve malfunction
  • Improper use of fuel nozzle
  • Inadequate fuel filling speed
    WARNING: The following troubleshooting flow chart contains fuel system diagnosis and repair procedures. Read the following warnings before servicing the fuel system:
    • Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
    • Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injuries or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete "BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE" and "AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE" described in this article.

      (See BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE .)

      (See AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE .)

    RENDER: 1.0x

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