🚨 Petrol in My Diesel Car
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🚨 Petrol in My Diesel Car: Urgent Advice
If you've just realized you have petrol in your diesel car, do not start the engine! and call us to remove it anytime.
🛑 Do Not Start the Engine
If the engine hasn't been started, do not turn the ignition key or attempt to start the car. Turning the ignition on activates the electric fuel pump, which circulates the contaminated fuel into the sensitive high-pressure components
🅿️ Secure the Vehicle
If you are at the pump, leave the car where it is and engage the handbrake. If you have already driven, pull over to a safe place immediately.
📞 Call for Specialist Fuel Drainage
Call our specialized misfuelling service. Be ready to provide your location (we are in Ipswich, so we can be fast if you're local!) and the vehicle details.
⛽ Wait for Professional Fix
Wait for the expert technician to arrive.
⛽ Petrol in My Diesel Car: What to Do
Petrol in my diesel car is the most common form of misfuelling, and while it's an easy mistake to make, it requires immediate attention to prevent serious engine damage.
If you find you have petrol in your diesel car, the most critical step is to absolutely not start the engine or even turn the ignition key. Petrol acts as a solvent, stripping away the necessary lubrication provided by diesel fuel, which can quickly lead to catastrophic wear on the high-pressure fuel pump and injectors, resulting in very costly repairs.
Your next move should be to call a specialist fuel drainage service, like ours here in Suffolk, for rapid roadside assistance. We can safely drain the contaminated fuel, flush the entire system, and get you back on the road with minimal fuss and maximum protection for your vehicle.