125000705 - U01 FUEL ODOURS FROM THE BOOT

With the car in motion, a smell is noted coming from the rear of the car, particularly after refuelling
Results of the tests
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSAll OKProblems metOperation
First of all, check the fuel tank for leaks or damageContinue to Step 1Leaks from the fuel tankRepair the fuel tank, or replace if necessary Op.    Op. 1040A14 FUEL TANK - R + R FOR REPLACEMENT
1CHECK AIR OUTLET FITTINGSAll OKProblems metOperation

Check the rear air outlet fittings In particular, ascertain:

  • Fin position (they should open outward)
  • Correct fitting
Continue to Step 2Incorrect fittingRestore the fittings to the correct position Op.    Op. 5010C60 LH OR RH REAR AIR OUTLET -ONE- R R
2CHECK TANK VENTAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the tank vent is positioned correctlyContinue to Step 3Vent position incorrectReposition vent correctly Op. 1040A50
3CHECK TANK FILLER FITTINGAll OKProblems metOperation

Check the tank filler fitting, in particular:

  • The seal of the filler housing on the wing;
  • The condition of the filler;
  • The cap seal
Continue to Step 4Filler or cap faultyRepair filler Op.    Op. 1040A30 OIL SEAL COVER, FLY WHEEL SIDE - R + R AND REPLACE SEALSor cap
4CHECK PUMP COVERAll OKProblems metOperation
Check fuel pump/gauge cover gasket sealContinue to Step 5Gasket worn, cover damagedReplace the gasker or cover Op.    Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GUAGE CONTROL - R + R
5VAPOUR RECOVERY SYSTEM CHECKAll OKProblems metOperation
Check the seal of the vapour recovery systemContinue to Step 6Leaks from vapour recovery systemTighten connections, clips. If necessary, replace the components involved
6CHECK BOOT FRAME SEALAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that boot is sealed correctly.Continue to Step 7Boot seal faultyRestore correct boot seal
7UNDERBODY CHECKAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the underbody plugs in the boot area are presentContinue to Step 8Underbody plugs missingRefit the missing plugs
8CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the fault is no longer presentEnd of diagnosis.