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Test E

PINPOINT TEST E: EXCESSIVE FUEL ODOR


Test E1:






Test E2-E4:






Possible Causes
- Excessive fuel odor can be caused by:
- Blocked or restricted EVAP system components.
- Damaged fuel system or EVAP system components.
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