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Richard Smith wrote:
> Recently my 2002 series 4 Golf developed a very strange smell when the > engine is running. > It smells like acetone or something electrical burning .... > > I've just checked the oil....It's filled to the correct level on the > dip stick. I smelled the dip stick and it smells of petrol.. > I think fuel is getting in to the oil... > The car is booked in for it's second service to morrow. > What could be causing the problem? Note: In an earlier thread with the same subject line, Richard also noted that he is experiencing black smoke from the tail pipe. I indicated that it appears the engine is running rich. I have no idea about any likely connection between any electrical smell and running rich. -- Joseph Meehan 26 + 6 = 1 It's Irish Math |
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