Putting Petrol in a Diesel Audi is a well-known problem. And its remedy will depend on a number of things. In the event that you would like to find out what it is advisable to do to sort it out then please read on.
These are the most important factors to to consider whenever determining whether or not to get a fuel drain:
Keep away from getting any unqualified mechanic to attend your automobile. We are Audi experts and have the qualifications and practical experience required to ensure that you are back on the road with minimal hassle or worry.
Accidentally put Petrol in a Diesel Audi? Or perhaps even put contaminated fuel in your Audi A8 TDI Quattro?
Contact us and obtain genuine advice and practical assistance for your particular situation
We would go to you to perform the complete fuel drain & purge there on scene
Once we have finished you can get back moving and get on with your day
We are the leading wrong fuel drain authorities in the UK, offering countrywide coverage, for Audi motorists in particular. We primarily fix:
We are Audi specialists and have successfully drained thousands of Diesel Audi vehicles. Even if it is roadside, on a filling station forecourt, or even at home, we can get you moving again.
The technique of getting rid of Petrol from a Diesel car is in essence the same for the vast majority of vehicle makes. Naturally it may vary a bit as each brand has their unique distinct fuel system. Nevertheless it still adheres to the following guidelines:
Just some of the few people we work with to bring you the best petrol in diesel service possible
When someone has put Petrol in a Diesel 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.
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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.