Putting Petrol in a Diesel Hyundai is a regularly occurring error. And what you have to do about it depends upon various things. Assuming you would like to know what it is advisable to do about it then continue reading.
These are the most crucial factors to consider when deciding whether or not to have a fuel drain:
Do not simply have any jack-of-all-trades to attend your vehicle. We are Hyundai specialists and possess the skills and experience required to ensure you are back on the road with no hassle or trouble.
By mistake put Petrol in a Diesel Hyundai? Or possibly even put contaminated fuel in your Hyundai Terracan CRDi?
Contact us and receive straightforward guidance and practical assistance for your specific circumstance
We would come to you to perform the fuel removal & purge there on scene
When we are done you should be able to get back on your way and get on with your day
We are the primary wrong fuel drain experts in the UK, offering countrywide coverage, for Hyundai motorists particularly. We predominantly fix:
We are Hyundai specialists and have successfully drained hundreds of Diesel Hyundai vehicles. Whether it is at the roadside, on a petrol station forecourt, or even at your home, we can get you on the road once again.
The technique of getting rid of Petrol from a Diesel vehicle is basically exactly the same for most motor vehicles. Naturally it can vary slightly as every manufacturer has their particular different fuel system. Even so it still adheres to the following points:
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.
If you have any concerns or want our help please Contact Us!
We are able to get you moving 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.