Signs you've put the wrong fuel in
Not sure if you've misfuelled? These are the tell-tale signs — and what to do the moment you suspect it.
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The warning signs
Hard starting, misfiring, loss of power, clouds of smoke, a strong fuel smell, and warning lights soon after filling up. The clearest clue of all is your receipt and the pump you used.
When in doubt, don't drive
If you even suspect a misfuel, don't start the engine — treat it as wrong fuel until proven otherwise. It's far cheaper to check than to run it.
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