Filling up with Petrol in a Diesel Mitsubishi is a usual mistake to make. And what you want to do about it is dependent upon a few things. In the event that you want to find out what you must do about it then stay with me.
These are the most important factors to think about whenever choosing whether or not to have it drained:
Don't just have any general so-and-so to try to drain your automobile. We are Mitsubishi experts and possess the skills and knowledge required to make sure that you get back on the road with little hassle or worry.
Inadvertently put Petrol in a Diesel Mitsubishi? Or even put contaminated fuel in your Mitsubishi Space Wagon TD?
Contact us and receive sincere guidance and practical help for your precise circumstances
We are able to go to you to do the contaminated fuel removal & clean right there on scene
When we are done you are able to get back on the road and get on with your trip
We are the leading wrong fuel drain specialists in the UK, boasting nationwide service, for Mitsubishi motorists in particular. We mostly attend to:
We are Mitsubishi specialists and have successfully drained thousands of Diesel Mitsubishi vehicles. No matter if it is roadside, on a petrol station forecourt, or even at home, we are able to get you moving once again.
The method of draining Petrol from a Diesel car is basically the same for a large number of vehicle makes. Of course it can differ slightly as each brand has their particular fuel system. Even so it still fundamentally observes the below guidelines:
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.
In case you have any concerns or need some help please Call us!
We can get you going again.
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