It is possible that a gasoline leak is occurring on your vehicle. If this is the case, it is essential to remedy it as soon as possible. It is important to understand that an accident can very quickly happen if the slightest spark comes near. However, do not panic. If you follow the safety instructions step by step you do not risk anything. It is also important to know that the smell of gasoline being very strong, it could be a micro ooze without gravity.

In this article, we will take you step by step to put in place the safety measures and also try to identify the fuel leak.
(Note that if you were about to take it to technical control, this situation would lead to a refusal of validation).

If you had already solved the problem but the odor persists, we invite you to follow this link to an article explaining to you " how to remove gasoline smell from your Citroen Jumper 2 ».

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The different steps in order to put yourself to safety in the event of a fuel leak:

If you are driving, stop the vehicle as soon as possible in order to switch off the engine of your Citroen Jumper 2.
Each passenger must get out and get away from the vehicle.

If you are stationary, look around. If you are in an enclosed area, try to open as much as possible for ventilation. Don't turn on the light if you can.

Do not smoke especially, or any other action of the same type. All electronic equipment is also prohibited. (Cell phone nearby).

You have secured the surroundings as much as possible. From now on, you will have to visually inspect your Citroen Jumper 2.

Visual inspection to find the fuel leak

If you can, wait ten minutes before proceeding, this will allow the engine to cool down, and also the probable leak to leave traces on the ground, making it more easily detectable.

If you have the equipment, jack up your Citroen Jumper 2, using a jack or a jack stand if you need to inspect underneath.

The tank is located at the rear of the vehicle, it is the first area to be checked.

Inspect the hoses leaving the tank. (Small black pipes). Look for traces of small cuts, separate openings.
In most cases it is the fuel tank that is punctured.
If your vehicle is no longer brand new, it is possible. If, on the other hand, you bought it new recently, it is unlikely unless you have been in an accident with it.

If you've spotted the leak, you need to go to the mechanic. Only take your vehicle in the event of a very small leak. If you have any doubts, call him.

This is all the more dangerous with a gasoline vehicle that would ignite directly, whereas with a diesel vehicle, the fuel must heat up before becoming flammable.

If you haven't identified any leaks from the tank, it could be from the fuel filter. It may be loose, or just broken. It is recommended not to do this kind of manipulation on your own, if you know that it comes from there, we recommend that you call a mechanic.

If not, check your filter cartridge. Its role is to limit the exhaust gases by burning them in order to protect the environment. If it were out of order, you would smell fuel. If this was the case, we would certainly have to have the entire exhaust system overhauled, which must be aging.
If your Citroen Jumper 2 is an old model, and you have a carburetor, it could be blamed. Logically, you should have an electronic fuel injection system and the failure shouldn't come from there.

If you have not yet identified the fault, you must now go to the engine compartment, and the various parts that compose it.

Monitor the junctions of the hoses with the fuel filter, as mentioned above, the condition of the fuel filter.
In addition, inspect the pipes that lead to the common rail of the injectors (indirect injection) or to the HP pump (direct injection),
and lastly, the injector seals.

Conclusion on my Citroen Jumper 2 which smells of gasoline

As you have learned in this article, there are some safety precautions you must take before you act. Don't take unnecessary risks.
For most of the repairs, it requires professional labor.
Then, we recommend that you maintain your Citroen Jumper 2 regularly in order to avoid this kind of situation and in a broader sense any possible breakdown. Some breakdowns are naturally due to the wear and tear of time and are therefore inevitable.