filled the tank with gas. Shortly after driving away.it started to sputter, cough and then lost power.?

Question

we had it towed home, the tow mechanic suggested getting a gas line cleaner, antigas line, which we did and it still wont start. seems like no gas? but we just put it in,Lost power and no start now, will rumble a bit but wont start

no no, not diesel.

Answer 1

you probably got a tank full of water or water logged fuel. this problem is becoming more common as the level of alcohol added to gas rises. alcohol is hydroscopic (absorbs water) and it can turn gas into a barely or not at all burnable liquid. you need to drain, clean and refill the tank, flush the fuel lines and replace the fuel filter. if you can prove with a receipt that you purchased the bad gas (if in fact it is) the station should pay for the repairs.

Answer 2

this is common if you fill up in the morning or it you fill up just after the fuel truck fills the tank or if there tank is running low

i once pulled 1 1/2 galons of water out of one you will need to have your pump checked as it may have died check your fuel for water it can de tested at the fuel rail drain some add a drop of water see if it sinks or mixes addind a fuel dryer only works if there is a small amount say 1/8 cup of water if there is water run the pump untill the fuel looks good as it will take the water off the bottom of the tank

Answer 3

Most fuel pumps fail after the pump has been running with low fuel in the tank.Which is what keeps the pump cool.If you place cold fuel on a hot pump they die.
You really need a qualified mechanic.

Answer 4

if the car ran fine up until your gas fill i would think bad gas use some starting fluid have one person spray not over doing it and other starting if it starts up and running better change the fuel filter and keep adding new gas

Answer 5

I fear there were some water in the gas.
I'd remove spark plugs and see if they are wet.
could also be the fuel pump clogged by some dirt.

Answer 6

Try getting a diagonistic test run on the car to see what the problem is.

Answer 7

water in gas apply gas line atifreeze till goes away

Answer 8

you didnt put diesel in it did you?, could be anything, from a clogged gas line, to bad plugs,

Answer 9

check your fuel filter then check the electrical system starting with the voltage regulator then the alternator.

Answer 10

it could possibly be your spark plugs. engines start to sputter under everyday acceleration even if one has gone bad. take it in and get it looked at.