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HELP! I just got my 96 disco out of the shop after having replaced the solenoid, as well as having rotors, pads, brake line replaced...did I forget the brakelight signal? So, everything seems fine, I stopped on the way back from repair shop, filled the gas tank ( had this replaced recently due to recall) I did not top off, nor over-fill. Made it home, went out three hours later only to find huge spot near rear of truck, yes, it was gasoline! Are my three kids and I going to die from some fiery explosion! Is it safe to drive? The check engine light is not on... I can see where the spillage came from over the top of gas tank, but no drips, also, spot appears to be evaporating rather than increasing in size...Thank you!
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Hi Mary,
did you contact the dealership after this?
I too had the recall performed. Recently, I've heard noises from the gas tank...like air escaping or bubbling up from within the tank. Not sure why and I'm waiting to hear an answer.
In your case, it could be the overflow pipe that passed some gas...I would take it to the dealership quickly under the pretext that there may be a problem with the tank recall work. Gas overspill is serious problem...just make sure they know you DID NOT OVERFILL... It may be an escape excuse they'll try to use on you.
Next time you turn your engine off (and you have the same level of fuel as mentioned above in your question)...listen and wait for any over-spray or noise. It should on be a few minutes of your time.
Best of luck,
JohnMc
Thank you, John, well, the check engine light is now illuminated...but has been off and on for about five mos. I have started the truck, even driven it several miles, but have no repeat of leakage mentioned previously...? I have read about the obd supposedly located under the passenger seat, but all I see is a cd changer and a lot of wires? I always thought that the o2 sensors were the culprit, as does the mechanic who recently worked on it..could this check engine light be connected to the problem? Coincidentally, the trouble with the light started after having the new tank put in...and, I have noticed a slight gasoline odor when standing near the rear passenger side, but put it down to imagination. Also, mechanic said he did not smell gas while servicing vehicle?
Otherwise landy runs like a dream..I never thought I would put up with so much from an automobile, but it is such a classic! Is it true that Land Rover intends to re-introduce the defender in 2007?
Thank you,
Mary
AnswerHi Mary,
the OBD reader is defined as :
"NAS Discoveries have a digital readout for diagnostics. It is a black plastic box measuring approximately 1" x 2.5" x 3" with a red LED readout. It is found under the passenger seat facing backwards. It may be unclipped and moved so that the driver can see it. "
Could it be possible that yours is missing?
Just in case, check under the dash below the steering wheel. Do you see what looks like a computer serial port connection? If you find one its an OBDII reader serial port connection. I'm not sure if '96 was the change-over to OBDII or not. I'll have to look into that.
As for the rumour about the Defender, apparently it's true. Ford ... er.... LandRover is releasing a new Defender for 2008 model year. It'll be out in 2007 but its a 2008 model. Interestingly, it will have a Ford engine. Nice. I've seen some concept models and they were impressive. Move over Hummer H3, Jeep and any other LR-wanna be's!
As for the gas smell and your mechanics response...these guys breath fuel fumes all day...I an owner comes in complaining about a gas smell, they must take it more seriously than that. Escalate the problem if you think you're being dismissed or ignored.
O2 sensors are expensive to replace. Make sure this is a solution and not an expensive guess. If they swap out the O2 sensors and the problem is not resolved...demand a refund.
Best of luck,
JohnMc
