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I think so; a fire could be started if you ran your car while pumping gas, so it's just common sense not to do it.
many newer vehicles have a fuel tank pressure sensor that will trip the check engine light if the gas cap is loose, leaking, or removed while the engine is running
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Car wont start after running out of gas?
If your car won\'t start after running out of gas it could be that the fuel pump was damaged.
Is it illegal to sit in your car while pumping gas?
It's not illegal for a person to remain in a car when gas is being pumped. It's not recommended that you leave the pump, and it's not recommended that anyone get in and out of the car while the gas is pumping. It's possible that in some locations those might be illegal for reasons of public safety.
How do you relieve the gas presssure in a car?
Pull the fuse for the fuel pump while the engine is running.
Why wont car stay running sounds like its starving for gas?
Maybe your fuel pump is broke.
How do you start a Cadillac after running out of gas?
You will need to add gas to the car and let it sit for a moment. Then turn the ignition and start the car. You may need to pump gas a time or two to get it started.
Were is the fuse for the fuel pump in Festiva?
The fuel pump in this particular car has an internal safety device and if it is not running, the fuel pump itself is bad. It is located in the gas tank.
How old to pump gas in NY?
If you can drive the car you can pump the gas.
Gas tank on 1985 Chevy camaro is full and you can hear the gas pump like it's running out of gas and then open the gas cap while the car is running and there is pressure then the car turns off?
blockage in the fuel lines or fuel filter is a possibility restricting fuel flow when there s no pressure in the fuel tank.
How do you restart Jaguar after running out of gas?
To restart a Jaguar after running out of gas, turn the key on and off a few times. Turning the key on will signal the fuel pump to pump gas into the carburetor.
Can fuel pump be working and stop car from starting from car running out of gas?
you mean your fuel pump was working until you ran out of gas and now it doesn't work? yes, if you have an electric in-tank fuel pump, you need a new one. fuel pumps in the tank require lubrication to prevent them from overheating, and the fuel in your tank keeps the fuel pump "wet". when you run out of gas, you run it "dry" and will destroy the fuel pump.
Is running out of gas bad for a car?
Yes, It can cause the engine to mis-fire and it also can cause the fuel pump to over heat/fail.
Do you burn more gas running your ac in the car?
A little, the ac pump will put a draw on the engine more than without the ac on.
