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Re: Unknowingly put diesel fuel in 2003 Outlander [comem47]
by rcpax
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Oct 30, 2009 (11:11 pm)
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Replying to: comem47 (Oct 30, 2009 9:50 pm)
This reminds me of a female friend =) But anyway, I think you did the right thing. Empty the tank of the diesel, take out as much as you can. Then fill up with gasoline. I don't know if an octane booster additive is going to help but I think it's worth to try. Gasoline and diesel are byproducts of crude oil, they should mix well. I hope your engine did not flag a code. Have you seen any warning light yet?
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Re: Unknowingly put diesel fuel in 2003 Outlander [rcpax]
by stlmatt
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Oct 31, 2009 (12:36 am)
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Replying to: rcpax (Oct 30, 2009 11:11 pm)
Thanks for taking the time to reply to my thread. I haven't seen a warning light yet. It has been a long process trying to drain the tank. The diesel is draining very slow. I am able to run the car for 5-10 minutes at a time before battery dies and then have to put it on charger for 30 min before trying again. Managed to get about 2 gallons out so far. I gave up for the night and will get the rest out tomorrow.
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Re: Unknowingly put diesel fuel in 2003 Outlander [stlmatt]
by comem47
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Oct 31, 2009 (6:44 am)
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Replying to: stlmatt (Oct 31, 2009 12:36 am)
I think I would get a proper siphon rather than putting your fuel pump on constant duty. (if you can't drive have a friend pick one up for you). It will drain much faster
(you would have been long done)and your pump and battery will appreciate a breather.
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