Wrong Fuel in Car Longsdon, Staffordshire

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Petrol in a diesel car? Regardless of whether the car has been run we can fix the problem and perform a full drain and purge - in 99% of circumstances this should have your car going normally again straight away. We come out to you. We are fully mobile and have all the hardware needed. We have specialised fuel removal tools on board and are experienced in all types of vehicles.

A motorist conked out on a street in Longsdon required a fuel drain close to a few weeks back. His rugged Mercedes E-Class was stopped roadside after he had misfueled. He was calm when he phoned us but a little anxious to move his car from the road as he was triggering some traffic. We were on scene inside fifteen minutes since our technician was in in close proximity of Longsdon and had just done a fuel drain. He said, "I just can not believe I put petrol in my diesel car and stopped ! My car was coughing I just had to stop and subsequently it conked."

Did you know that there exist in excess of 150,000 cases of people filling their vehicles using the wrong kind of fuel every calendar year? In case you've unfortunately done exactly the same in Longsdon, it's possible that we can help. Our team of SPA accredited mechanics are available 24/7 to assist you at the roadside using the proper tools to perform a wrong fuel drain on your car rapidly.


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AdBlue In Diesel

In Staffordshire we are encountering a growing number of occurrences of AdBlue contamination wherein somebody has poured AdBlue right into their diesel fuel tank. This is mainly as a consequence of motorists not being aware of the way to to make use of (take note: it's actually not a fuel additive), and partially due to the fact that the inlets for diesel and AdBlue are normally right near to each other on the vehicle.

Now, exactly what is the issue with putting AdBlue in the diesel car?

Because AdBlue is primarily ionised water, it's nearly as good as pouring water in to your tank. Diesel and water don't blend in the slightest and trying to run a diesel car on water will not work. In addition to this, the urea is quite corrosive to the fuel system lines and seals and is susceptible to crystallisation, damaging injectors and fuel filters. In case you put AdBlue in a fuel tank get it out as soon as possible. And most certainly do not start up the car - not even to maneuver it into a parking area. If you did start the vehicle you may very likely need to have the whole fuel system cleaned and filters changed out.

Call us if it turns out you are a casualty of AdBlue contamination. We can certainly help. We are Contaminated Fuel Specialists and can attend to all kinds of AdBlue fluid contamination.

Marine Fuel Drains

If it turns out you've got the incorrect fuel, or contaminated fuel (most typically water contaminated or degraded fuel) in a boat we can certainly help get it out. Providing the boat is either on land, or moored near enough to parking spot we are able to reach the fuel storage tanks and drain out the contaminated fuel. We have done quite a few fuel drains at piers and boatyards across the country.


Wrong Fuel in Car in ST13 Postcode - Longsdon Misfueling

A couple on their way to visit family called us from the Longsdon petrol station in Longsdon to correct a wrong fuel problem on their shiny Isuzu i-370. They had put the wrong fuel in their diesel car and of course needed some help to get going again. Needless to say, our technician soon got them going so they could go on with their trip. Incorrect fuel cleaned up and removed and absolutely everyone happy once again. "I'd have zero problem recommending you to friends. Outstanding service."

We are completely registered and covered with insurance so you recognise that the automobile is in reliable hands. With over one hundred and fifty years of total wrong fuel drainage know-how we know just how to have the job done - no mess, no fuss.

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I'd had a fantastic afternoon cycling during my off day and was feeling contented the next morning as I set out to aid a new couple holidaying in Longsdon. They had broken down after putting diesel in their spotless Ford Aspire, and they were close to an hour away. I emerged at their car and smirked while I listened to the woman chastising her husband for being so stupid. "Precisely how could you even manage to put the wrong fuel in the car?" she said to him. I attempted to clarify that this situation happens constantly in Staffordshire and that it is nothing at all to be concerned about, but he in spite of everything had his ear bent. I felt sorry for the chap. Anyhow, I cleaned up and removed the wrong fuel, flushed the fuel system and filled it up with the appropriate fuel. Watching them drive down the road I shouted bon voyage and wondered what my wife would ask me if I made the same mistake... I'd personally never live it down!

No matter whether you are in a state of the art car or an old model, we have the tools along with experience to repair the dilemma on the spot. We take out the wrong fuel, resolve any complications brought about from the misfueling, and get you moving.

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Recent Wrong Fuel Drains around Longsdon

Very common incorrect fuel drain examples in Longsdon:

Wrong Fuel in Car London - Petrol in Diesel Car Longsdon

Now I am not necessarily too interested in working on Sundays, and last week was no different. I'd just come away from home after eating a tasty dinner cooked for me by the wife, and I was on my way to sort out a man after he put the wrong petrol in his mate's Land Rover. He was stationed in Longsdon therefore it wasn't long before I reached him. As I arrived right behind the vehicle and stepped out he explained to me "Praise the Lord! I incredibly had my concentration on stuff and did not perceive I've put diesel in my petrol vehicle. I need to know if I brought about any kind of damage because of driving it?" I revealed that truth be told there shouldn't be harm and also I'd drain the contaminated fuel right away. It goes without saying that I got the contaminated fuel drained from the car and put in some appropriate fuel, and so one more delighted motorist was able to continue on their ride without any subsequent hassle. The guy could hardly stop thanking me, and this is actually what makes earning a living on Sundays in Staffordshire just that little bit better for me personally!

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A gentleman contacted us from his grass green Jaguar X-Type after he had conked out on the bustling street. "I accidentally put the wrong fuel in my diesel car and I soon realised it several miles down the road!" Luckily we were able to attend him in a reasonably short time, bearing in mind the fact it was rush-hour, and he was before long back behind the wheel.

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How to find out if I put the wrong fuel in my car?

If you’ve just filled up at a petrol station and the cars starts to act a bit strange you might start to wonder if you accidentally put the wrong fuel in it.

Well, there are a few things to can check that will be able to tell you:

  1. How is the car responding? There are some very common misfuel symptoms which can be a good indicator of wrong fuel:
    • Loss of engine power – can feel like the car has run out of fuel
    • A lot of smoke (more than usual)
    • Engine coughing or starting to splutter
    • Won’t start – or keeps stalling.
  2. Look at your fuel receipt. It will state clearly if you filled up with diesel or unleaded. If you don’t have the receipt, you can often return to the petrol station where you filled up and give them the date and time (and pump) where you refueled and they will often be able to give you a VAT receipt.
  3. Smell it. Diesel and petrol have very distinctly different smells. Anyone familiar with the motor industry should be able to help you with this. Or you could even get another car to park alongside and smell the fuel caps of both, comparing them to determine what the fuel type is.
  4. Call us to come out and assess the car. In the majority of cases we will be able to tell if the car has been misfueled before beginning work on it. If we discover that the vehicle does not need a fuel drain, you will only be charged a call-out fee.

Normal Wrong Fuel Warning signs:

Here's a list of common wrong fuel symptoms or signs:

  • Decrease in engine power
  • Car conking out, jumping and / or hiccuping
  • Issues starting the motor
  • Increased smoke

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Wrong Fuel London is fully credited and trained to perform all forms fuel drains intended for the removing of mixed fuel. To discover exactly how we can assist get you on the move once again give us a call.


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