Re: Diesel fuel contamination

rcastaneda@xxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote:
On Nov 29, 1:19 pm, "Ph@Boy" <u...@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
rcastan...@xxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote:
The Toyota service dealer tells me my new car warranty does not cover
engine damage from diesel fuel contamination to my 2007 Corolla (not
done by me but doesn't matter). They say it will cost me about $4,000
to replace the entire fuel system, components, etc. They referred me
to my auto insurance who I don't believe will cover this either.
Anyone out there with a similiar experience or can tell me what my
options are? Perhaps negotiate a price or take it elsewhere to another
shop who can repair it for less?
What engine damage did you incur? Was there physical mechanical damage
done to any components? The fuel system can usually be flushed out.

There are many instances of cross fuel contamination that occur all
the time, usually causing the engine not to run or run well. A fuel
system flush, filter replacements, and as long as no major damage was
caused from extended running, you should be fine. Four thousand seems a
lot high.

I'm surprised your Corolla even started with diesel fuel.

I should say I loaned my car which only gets unleaded fuel until
diesel was added. The car apparently stopped running after a few miles
and towed back to the dealership in So. Calif where I bought it. They
diagnosed the problem for a couple of days and said that the fuel
injection, fuel pump, plugs, catalytic converter, exhaust system,
etc.were all damaged beyond repair and needed to be replaced. I guess
the fuel filter could not minimize the damage? I'm sure they saw a
'cash cow' when they got my car! But if my insurance will not cover,
I'm hoping in the interest of keeping my business, the dealer will
trim the cost if I pay out of pocket or find a qualified mechanic who
will save me $$$.
Take your vehicle somewhere else for an estimate. Tell them what you want done. Just have them flush out the diesel and change the fuel filter as I and Ray mentioned in our posts. Four thousand dollars is absurd IMHO.
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