drm08
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Hi all, this is my first post. I am also completely new to any car DIY so very basic answers would be appreciated.
I have a punto mk2 W-reg (2000) 1.2 8v and have been having a couple of problems for quite some time. I realise there are quite a few threads about these issues but i am really desperate for the answer as they are driving me nuts. Also i dont want to just ignore them and possibly cause damage.
1. Petrol smell - very strong smell of petrol in cabin only, and only when set to take in outside air. Recirculating the air cures the simptoms but obviously not the problem.
2. Water noise - I originally thought this was the reservoir thing at the back of the engine bay that filled up with water because the holes at the bottom were blocked with gunk but i cleared them out and still have the problem.
It only happens when cold and when the revs are increased. Also it doesnt matter whether or not it has been raining.
It seems like the system needs bleeding but could you give me any advice on anything else that it could possibly be and how easy/cheap it would be to get done. Also would this problem re-occur after simply bleeding the system?
Thanks
Daniel
I have a punto mk2 W-reg (2000) 1.2 8v and have been having a couple of problems for quite some time. I realise there are quite a few threads about these issues but i am really desperate for the answer as they are driving me nuts. Also i dont want to just ignore them and possibly cause damage.
1. Petrol smell - very strong smell of petrol in cabin only, and only when set to take in outside air. Recirculating the air cures the simptoms but obviously not the problem.
2. Water noise - I originally thought this was the reservoir thing at the back of the engine bay that filled up with water because the holes at the bottom were blocked with gunk but i cleared them out and still have the problem.
It only happens when cold and when the revs are increased. Also it doesnt matter whether or not it has been raining.
It seems like the system needs bleeding but could you give me any advice on anything else that it could possibly be and how easy/cheap it would be to get done. Also would this problem re-occur after simply bleeding the system?
Thanks
Daniel