Petrol in Diesel Engine
Wrong Fuel Recovery Service
What should you do if you have put the wrong fuel in your car?
Don't panic, switch off the engine, and then give us a call. One of our wrong fuel technicians will be able to drain your fuel tank instantly.
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Make sure switch off the engine
Call us to see if we can help
We your vehicle at the roadside
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Unleaded Petrol Shelf Life
Best Case Scenario
Petrol will normally last from 6 months up to one year if stored properly in a sealed container at the correct temperature. However this is rarely the case, if you have had a car or boat sitting around.
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Worst Case Scenario
Even a small amount of air at approx. 30°C can reduce the storage life to as little as 1-3 months.
Diesel Fuel Shelf Life
Best Case Scenario
Just about all diesels contain a small amount of water, it can also grow microbes as time progresses. However it is generally more stable then petrol with a shelf life of 6 to 12 months, or longer if treated with biocides.​
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Worst Case Scenario
Water can accumulate to create a microbe friendly environment, we have seen diesel fuel discolour, even changes to the way it smells, in as little as 2 months. However most diesel fuels used for motorists, has been used up by the engine in less than 3 weeks.
Petrol & Diesel Evaporation
Petrol Evaporation
Ethanol fuels generally evaporate quicker, however given enough time even premium unleaded can also completely evaporate, as a general rule of thumb, the higher the temperature, the faster your fuel will evaporate.
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Diesel Evaporation
Diesel is a heavier fuel and more stable then petroleum fuels, so expect diesel to evaporate at a much slower rate.
Wrong Fuel Serviceable Locations Across NSW Australia
