Fuel system leak?
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1997 Mercedes-Benz W210 E200, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190E 1.8
Fuel system leak?
Hey guys,
I've recently purchased a W210 chassis E200 (M111). The car starts very poorly - cranking for maybe 5 seconds plus gas pedal tapping, especially when warm, but when it finally starts up, it holds idle perfectly, doesn't smoke, and just all-around functions well, I don't even think the fuel consumption is out of the ordinary (judging from the fuel gauge). I smell gas coming from the front of the vehicle, and the fuel pump whines while running.
Thank you for suggestions on what the problem (or multiple problems) could be.
I've recently purchased a W210 chassis E200 (M111). The car starts very poorly - cranking for maybe 5 seconds plus gas pedal tapping, especially when warm, but when it finally starts up, it holds idle perfectly, doesn't smoke, and just all-around functions well, I don't even think the fuel consumption is out of the ordinary (judging from the fuel gauge). I smell gas coming from the front of the vehicle, and the fuel pump whines while running.
Thank you for suggestions on what the problem (or multiple problems) could be.
