Putting Diesel in a Petrol Lexus is a common problem. And its remedy is dependent upon several factors. Assuming you would like to know what you must do about this then read on.
Listed below are the most important variables to to consider when making a decision whether or not to have a fuel drain:
Refrain from getting any general so-and-so to try to repair your automobile. We are Lexus experts and have got the skills and expertise necessary to ensure you get back on the road with little hassle or worry.
Accidentally put Diesel in a Petrol Lexus? Or possibly even put contaminated fuel in your Lexus IS F?
Call us and receive straightforward advice and sensible assistance for your specific circumstances
We are able to come to you to undertake the contaminated fuel drain & purge right there on scene
As soon as we have finished you should be able to get back on the road and get on with your day
We are the leading wrong fuel drain specialists in the UK, offering countrywide coverage, for Lexus motorists especially. We principally fix:
We are Lexus specialists and have successfully drained hundreds of Petrol Lexus vehicles. Regardless of whether it is at the roadside, on a filling station forecourt, or even at home, we can get you going again.
The system of getting rid of Diesel from a Petrol vehicle is basically exactly the same for the majority of cars. Of course it does vary somewhat as every make has their unique distinct fuel system. Nevertheless it still fundamentally observes the below principles:
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When someone has put Diesel in a Petrol car they have a few very common questions. So we have compiled a list of the most Frequently Asked Questions for you
Turn off the car as soon as possible and call us. Continuing to run a vehicle on the wrong fuel can potentially damage it. We will be able to give you advice and assistance based on your circumstances
It can. However, if the problem is caught and remedied quickly the risks will be minimal. Of the 1,500 vehicles we attend every month, less than 0.5% have suffered and substantial damage requiring parts replacement.
The safe answer is none. However you might be able to get away with a very low contamination ratio. That being said, we always highly recommend draining anything over a 5% contamination ratio asap.
Putting Super Unleaded, or Shell V-Power, BP Ultimate Unleaded, etc, will have the exact same effect as putting regular unleaded petrol in your diesel car and will need to be drained out and flushed.
No! The EU Block Exemption Regulations clearly state that "the work can be carried out by as long as that garage uses manufacturer approved parts and correctly follows the manufacturer's service schedule."
This might work on some vehicles in some cases, but in the majority on instances it won't and you risk damaging the Lambda sensors as well as fuel pump and injectors, just as a regular misfuel.
In the event that you have any questions or need some assistance please Contact Us!
We are able to get you going once again.
Fuel Fixer Ltd, Linx House, 147 London Road, East Grinstead, RH19 1ET
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We empty the fuel tank via the filler neck, the sender unit, or even the fuel lines themselves
We can flush the fuel system, purging contaminants from the lines, filter and pumps
We can put clean fuel back in the car and get it up and running again, ready to drive away.