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Petrol in Diesel Car?
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Petrol and diesel engines operate very differently, each designed for their specific fuel type. Petrol ignites with the help of a spark, whereas diesel combusts under high pressure inside the engine. Diesel is thicker and more oily compared to petrol, with its oiliness playing a critical role in lubricating engine components.
When petrol is mistakenly used in a diesel engine, it washes away this essential lubrication, leaving internal components unprotected and prone to rapid wear and damage.​​​
What Does Wrong Fuel to My Engine?
Petrol and diesel engines are designed to run on specific fuels, and using the wrong type can cause serious problems. Misfuelling can damage your engine by clogging filters and stripping away essential lubricating oil.
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Filling your car with the wrong fuel—whether it’s petrol in a diesel engine or diesel in a petrol engine—can lead to significant and expensive damage to your vehicle if not addressed promptly. Fortunately, help is just a phone call away.
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Your car might run for a short time on the right fuel, but as the wrong fuel circulates, it can cause serious damage. Removing it entirely is essential, as even a small amount can be harmful. If you’re unsure, call our hotline for expert advice.
Accidentally using the wrong fuel is surprisingly common, with hundreds of drivers making this mistake daily. If your car struggles to start or runs poorly after refuelling, take a look at your receipt to confirm the type of fuel you purchased.
We use specialised equipment to safely remove the wrong fuel, flushing your fuel lines, filters, pumps, and engine in the process. The entire procedure, including draining the incorrect fuel, resetting the system, and restarting your car, takes around 30 minutes.
Afterward, we’ll provide fresh fuel so you can get back on the road. Once completed, your car will be back to normal.
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