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Kia Sportage- Why a strong gas smell on cold mornings?

Both inside and outside. 2001. 111,000 miles. Recently had timing belt replaced. What should I look for? Smell likely will be gone by the time I get to a mechanic.

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    You seriously need to get it checked out. It could be a serious problem.

  • 1 decade ago

    These car have a temp. sensor that increase fuel delivery to the injectors to help with cold starting conditions. If the smell goes away after the vehicle is warm, I wouldn't worry about the smell. If it continues after the vehicle is warm, take it in.

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