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Old 10-01-2019, 01:56 PM
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Anyone have any advice on how to clear the drain under fuel cap? Tried blowing air and feed it some picture frame wire and nothing.Always filled with extra def.
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If that's not working, try to spray a little de-greaser down there and let it sit. Rinse later.

This is a diesel?
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Yes its a diesel...
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I've had similar issues on diesel cars with that over-flow drain. I found most of the problem to be underneath the car where the rubber tube exits - - the spot seems to gather ever bit of sand/dirt imaginable. Take a look. The diesel fuel is oily and road debris sticks and builds up quickly.
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