Pumping Gas

[denverpete]

Originally Posted by MNBoxster

Hi,

There is a design issue with the flexible fuel hoses inside the Tank which cause difficulty in fueling the Car such as you describe. It is covered in TSB #2015 and requires a modification to the internal Flexible hoses. Hope this helps...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99

Jim - If I'm not mistaken, they will fix this for free only under warranty - correct? I was reading somewhere that it's not necessarily a cheap fix (but what is?).

[MNBoxster]

Originally Posted by denverpete

Jim - If I'm not mistaken, they will fix this for free only under warranty - correct? I was reading somewhere that it's not necessarily a cheap fix (but what is?).

Hi,

I have no idea if it's a Warranty item or not, probably is though. In the TSB it states:

• Labor Operation # : 20 15 19 99 * Time: 70 TU Description: Remove and install fuel level sensor. Perform fuel hose modification
  * State: "Fuel Tank Hose Modification" in claim drop-down box.

This leads me to believe that you are correct, but it's worth checking. Also, if it's that bad to refill, there may be little choice but to have the work performed. If you have the procedure and don't mind working around the open Fuel Tank, it appears to be a fairly easy DIY task...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99

[ralegen]

I would do what Blinkwatt says. Hold it at an angle. I noticed this too; my guess would be the distance from the inlet and the base of the pipe leading to the tank is short. I have no idea about that, but more than likely it's due to the pressure getting a lot higher in the tank compared to the outside; Boyles law. The gas pressure will want to come out thereby moving the gas (liquid) out. Well whatever, just angle it.. drain the remainder of gas fluid in the pump, and keep the opening on gas tank inlet, open with the spout end of the pump. It works for me.