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Fuel smell inside car



I had mine done on the recall this summer, 1987 16V VIN #
WVWCAO53XHK000245  They balked initially, and it took some time to get it
approved. And they screwed it up twice, but it's good now.
Cathy

So there's more fuel for the fire, pardon the pun.



> Here is some info from last year:
>
> I had an alldata subscription and copied the TPS from them...  the
> reference
> number is CMPGRS  issued DEC 91.
>
> Fight them on this!
> -Raffi
>
>
> At 06:44 PM 10/23/2003, E.Noval wrote:
>
>
>>Thanks! you wouldnt have it printed up on official VW letterhead, with
>>date and signature would you?
>>
>>I already got the lecture from both the dealership and VW USA "don't
>>believe everything you read on the internet!"
>>
>>But it is definately more ammo...
>>
>>-ed
>>
>>
>>
>>On Thu, 23 Oct 2003, Euroroc II wrote:
>>
>> > Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2003 15:54:57 -0700
>> > From: Euroroc II <flaatr@yahoo.com>
>> > To: E.Noval <aion@sdf.lonestar.org>, Matt Coates
>> > <bencoates@yahoo.com>
>> > Cc: scirocco <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
>> > Subject: Re: fuel Tank recall
>> >
>> > Glad I keep this around...
>> > Here is the full recall notice..
>> > -RGK-
>> >
>> >
>> > December 1991
>> >
>> > Subject: Recall Campaign RS
>> >
>> > 1987-1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet and
>> > 1987/1988 Scirocco Vehicles
>> >
>> > Check and if required Replace Fuel Tank
>> >
>> > Dear Volkswagen Dealer
>> > This is to notify you of a recall campaign involving 1987 through
>> > 1989 and some early production 1990 model Volkswagen Cabriolet
>> > vehicles and
>> > 1987/1988 model Volkswagen Scirocco vehicles. The vehicles affected
>> > are within the following vehicle identification number ranges:
>> >
>> > Cabriolet WVWCA015_HK000001 - WVWCA015_LK000678 Scirocco
>> > WVWC_053_HK000001 - WVWC_053_JK009034
>> >
>> > Defect Description
>> > It is possible that in some instances the fuel tank could develop a
>> > hairline crack adjacent to a small section of a seam weld at the
>> > left rear of the tank.
>> >
>> > Remedial Action
>> > All fuel tanks of the affected vehicles are to be pressure tested
>> > with a special test tool No US 2901 to determine the necessity of a
>> > fuel tank replacement. Customer Notification Volkswagen United
>> > States, Inc. will commence notification of all known owners of
>> > affected vehicles directly by first class mail on or about December
>> > 31, 1991. A copy of each owner notification letter is enclosed for
>> > your information. Vehicle Allocation Information Prior to notifying
>> > owners, we will furnish you with a computer printed list of vehicles
>> > including names and addresses of owners, where available, residing
>> > within your area of influence. This list may be used to schedule
>> > your workload and necessary parts inventory. Vehicle Inventory (Used
>> > Cars) All vehicles in your used car inventory which are affected by
>> > this recall must be checked and, if necessary, corrected prior to
>> > resale. Part Inventory Requirements A replacement tank is not
>> > required for every vehicle; therefore, only a limited supply of
>> > replacement tanks will be shipped to your dealership. It is,
>> > therefore, important that upon the use of an initially supplied fuel
>> > tank, you immediately order a replacement from your respective
> warehouse.
>> > It is imperative that you have a fuel tank including associated
>> > parts available for immediate installation, if needed, anytime you
>> > perform the test procedure on a vehicle. Repair Instructions
>> > Included in this notification are detailed test and repair
>> > instructions. We request that your technicians closely adhere to
>> > these procedures including all notes of caution.
>> >
>> > Part Ordering Requirements (Tank Replacement) Quantity Description
>> > Part Number
>> > 1 Fuel Tank Kit 155 201 072 (includes sending unit and fuel pump)
>> > 1 Heat Shield 133 201 281
>> > 1 Gravity Valve 133 201 753
>> > 1 Felt Kit 133 298 121
>> > 2 Clamp, Vacuum Hose N 024 528.1
>> > 2 Clamp, Fuel Hose N 024 122.2
>> > 2 Clamp, Filler Neck Hose N 024 507.4
>> > 1 Slix D 200 201
>> > 1 Magnaflux Kit D 700 000
>> > 1 Brake Fluid ZVW 239 102
>> > 1 Sealant D 003 500
>> > 1 Nut, Wheelhousing Cover 171 201 969
>> > 1 Clamp, Tank Vent Hose N 900 719 01
>> >
>> > Part Requirements (Testing - no replacement necessary).
>> > Quantity Description Part Number
>> > 1 Magnaflux Kit D 700 000
>> > 1 Gravity Valve 155 201 753
>> > 2 Clamp, Vacuum Hose N 024 528.1
>> > 1 Nut 171 201 969
>> >
>> > Additional Parts
>> > It is possible that during the replacement of the fuel tank,
>> > additional minor parts may have to be replaced. Therefore, we
>> > recommend that you maintain a small inventory of the following parts:
>> > Quantity Description Part Number
>> > 1 Filler Neck Hose 533 201 219
>> > 2 Fuel Supply/Return Hose N 020 281.1
>> >
>> > Work Procedure
>> > All vehicles are to be checked and corrected, where necessary, in
>> > accordance with the details outlined in the video and the enclosed
>> > work procedure and booklet. Special Test Tool A test tool, No. US
>> > 2091 (ordering No. TU530910020VOA), has been specially developed for
>> > this action. Prior to the initiation of this recall one test tool
>> > will be shipped to you, free of charge. The test tool will remain
>> > the property of Volkswagen of America, Inc. Should special
>> > circumstances dictate, the tool will return into VWoA's possession.
>> > It is important that your personnel handle this tool with care. A
>> > replacement tool is costly and will have to be charged to your
> dealership.
>> >
>> > Time Allowance
>> > The time required to perform the necessary work is stated on the
>> > Data Entry Procedure. Fuel Tank Disposal Removed fuel tanks must be
>> > disposed of in accordance with the enclosed instructions, as well as
>> > in accordance with your local state and federal EPA regulations.
>> > Campaign Authorization In accordance with campaign procedures,
>> > Volkswagen United States, Inc. will mail notification letters,
>> > including authorization forms, to all known owners. The latest
>> > customer and address information has been obtained fro state
>> > registrations for this recall action.
>> > It is very important that if the customer does not present an
>> > authorization form, you confirm the open recall status before you
>> > commence work by simply accessing the V-Crest system or by
>> > contacting your Zone office Reimbursement requests for duplicated
>> recall
> work will not be accepted.
>> >
>> > Dealer Obligation
>> > It is important that you schedule recall appointments with your
>> > customers on a priority basis. Please provide a copy of this
>> > communication to every person in your dealership who has recall
>> > related responsibilities and ensure that your technicians view the
>> > video information prior to performing the recall work.
>> >
>> > Thank you for your cooperation.
>> >
>> >
>> > At 11:43 AM 10/23/2003, E.Noval wrote:
>> >
>> > >Well, my dealer could not find the recall, and when I went to VW
>> > >USA, they looked up my VIN in their database and said, "no
>> > >recall!". I couldnt get any other info out of them except for that.
>> > >
>> > >Either the recall only affected a certain VIN range, or they have
>> > >expired the recall.
>> > >
>> > >Has anyone had any luck dealing with this problem in the last 2
>> years?
>> > >
>> > >Im going to have to tear apart the fuel system and do it myself,
>> > >most likely.
>> > >
>> > >Maybe after more investigation it will be a hose which is leaking.
>> > >
>> > >
>> > >-ed
>> > >
>> > >1987 16v
>> > >
>> > >
>> > >
>> > >
>> > >On Thu, 16 Oct 2003, Matt Coates wrote:
>> > >
>> > > > Date: Thu, 16 Oct 2003 10:32:42 -0700 (PDT)
>> > > > From: Matt Coates <bencoates@yahoo.com>
>> > > > To: E.Noval <aion@sdf.lonestar.org>, scirocco
>> > > > <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
>> > > > Subject: Re: fuel Tank recall was: 11 deg advance (fuel leaks)
>> > > >
>> > > > sure is...
>> > > >
>> > > > http://www.alldata.com/TSB/62/87620408.html
>> > > >
>> > > > It's the only item under safety recalls.  Your local dealer will
>> > > replace the
>> > > > gas tank free of charge.  HOWEVER, you may have to fight to get
>> > > > it
>> > > approved.
>> > > > Some dealers will claim the recall does not exist.  I would
>> > > > print
>> out the
>> > > > details and show it to them.  Call VW usa if the dealer is
>> > > > difficult,
>> > > do not
>> > > > take no for an answer.
>> > > >
>> > > > good luck,
>> > > > Matt
>> > > > 87 16v
>> > > > --- "E.Noval" <aion@sdf.lonestar.org> wrote:
>> > > > >
>> > > > > Speaking of fuel leaks, is there a recall on the Scirocco gas
>> tank for
>> > > > > leaks? Im experiencing some fuel leakage,but since it is
>> > > > > sprayed
>> over the
>> > > > > bottom of the car, I don't know where it is originating.
>> > > > >
>> > > > > -ed
>> > > > >
>
>> -----Message d'origine-----
>> De : scirocco-l-bounces@scirocco.org
>> [mailto:scirocco-l-bounces@scirocco.org] De la part de Denny Maula
>> Envoy? : 27 septembre 2004 19:13
>> ? : C Boyko; Allyn
>> Cc : Edward Effinger; scirocco-l@scirocco.org
>> Objet : RE: Fuel smell inside car
>>
>> Hey Cathy,
>>
>> Is there a statute of limitations on the gas tank recall? Do
>> you have any more info on this? TIA
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: C Boyko [mailto:roccit_53@scirocco.cs.uoguelph.ca]
>> Sent: Monday, September 27, 2004 4:03 PM
>> To: Allyn
>> Cc: Edward Effinger; scirocco-l@scirocco.org
>> Subject: Re: Fuel smell inside car
>>
>>
>> I had terrible fuel smell issues this year, after replacing the filler
>> nack and attached hose, I came to realize that the tank was leaking at
>> the seam (as well as the other two, they were both shot too). So check
>> the seam on the tank, look for wetness (gas) on the axle near the
>> filler, that's where mine failed. The reason I mention it is that it
>> really smelled inside the car (worse than out actually) and
>> it was worse
>> when I parked on an incline. Needless to say, it was the 16V. It has a
>> new tank now, courtesy of VWoA. or VWoC, whatever.
>>
>> Cathy
>>
>>
>> > was the tank full?
>> > might be venting
>> > Al
>> >
>> > ----- Original Message -----
>> > From: "Edward Effinger" <Eeffinger@conestogac.on.ca>
>> > To: <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
>> > Sent: Monday, September 27, 2004 1:28 PM
>> > Subject: Fuel smell inside car
>> >
>> >
>> > Hi fellow listers.
>> >
>> > I have my 81'S rocco raised on jacks at the front to
>> > begin a motor mount replacement.....I know I'm slow.
>> >
>> > I notice a strong smell of gas inside the car now, have lifted the
>> > rear seat and not seen anything obvious, but admit I did not check
>> > really carefully.
>> >
>> > Anything in particular I should be looking for.
>> > Thanks
>> > Ed
>> >
>>
>>
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Cathy
1987 2L 16V Scirocco - the Silver Headache
1979 1.8L 10:1 8V - Klaus- sounds like 0.33 of a Chevelle
"The light at the end of the tunnel is probably an oncoming train"