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Nash_2SS · 08-03-2014, 02:02 AM

I have about 1200 miles on my 2SS. Even though I just made 5-6 trips to the pump, I'm exhausted as I'm unable to pump gas automatically.. By pressing the handle. And if I hold it manually in a certain angle it seems to work. Any known issues? I tried to look online but didn't find any recent posts on this issue. I usually pump at Kroger or SAMs club as it saves me money, tried at a chevron but same issue everywhere. Appreciate any input.

Thanks Nash.

homewrecker · 08-03-2014, 02:18 AM

Strange, like the pump would shut off like you have a full tank?

TommyTheCat · 08-03-2014, 02:19 AM

I've always had this problem at certain pumps

JCunningham · 08-03-2014, 02:37 AM

iv never had this problem. remember though after it shuts off dont fill it more.

KahunaSS · 08-03-2014, 02:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Nash_2SS

I have about 1200 miles on my 2SS. Even though I just made 5-6 trips to the pump, I'm exhausted as I'm unable to pump gas automatically.. By pressing the handle. And if I hold it manually in a certain angle it seems to work. Any known issues? I tried to look online but didn't find any recent posts on this issue. I usually pump at Kroger or SAMs club as it saves me money, tried at a chevron but same issue everywhere. Appreciate any input.

Thanks Nash.

pump popping off like its full? That means that air is not getting out of the tank while filling... Air pressure needs to be released when filling a tank up.. when the Gun pops its air pressure telling you it thinks the tank is full... your Tank Vent is some how plugged.. maybe got some gunk on it and its not releasing enough air.. I usually just pull the outside of the nozzle and let the gas flow but be careful because you will over flow it if your not listening carefully to it filling... But check you Gas Tank Vent its probably bent or gunked up.. hope this helps..

760bowtie · 08-03-2014, 02:55 AM

Haven't had this problem with my camaro, but I have it with my truck. Maybe something to do with the pumps because I usually fill up at the same station and I'll have the issue during a fill up and won't have it on the next.

CHMSC · 08-03-2014, 04:07 AM

My 2010 Camaro wouldn't let me auto pump but my 2012 does. Not sure what the difference is.

Ralphdss · 08-03-2014, 04:28 AM

Same problem here.

CamaroBody · 08-03-2014, 04:37 AM

That's crazy! So you can not pump gas without holding the trigger? I know the gas door is cheap but seriously?

Badbubba · 08-03-2014, 06:58 AM

Usually need to pick up on the handle to allow the nozzle to have more of a straight shot down the gas filler tube. The pump shuts off if I just leave it hang with the lever locked. It usually dispenses fine if the lever is not in the maximum position. So maybe try a notch or two lower on the lever. Of couse it will take more time, but it won't be exhaustive for you.

Nash_2SS · 08-03-2014, 07:47 AM

Yes. That's the issue, glad that I'm not the only one..I was trying to put it on mid level on the handle but seems like there's a vacuum that's being created. Do u guys think a trip to the dealership helps?

miller8907 · 08-03-2014, 07:59 AM

I had this problem in my truck. It was the EVAP vent valve solenoid. It did not allow air to escape the tank properly so the only way it could get out was back up the filler neck causing gas to backup a bit and click the pump off. Not sure if its a similar system in the camaros or not but it was an easy fix on the truck.

stuckpipe · 08-03-2014, 08:02 AM

It may be the type of vapor recovery system used by the station. I would experiment with several other stations and see how theirs work. It could also be that the stations VRS needs maintenance.

EmeryZ28 · 08-03-2014, 08:25 AM

I changed oil in HS at a small shop/gas station back in 99-01 and saw so many people set the pump to "auto" then have it shut off on them too early or fly out of the neck and blow gas all over their car etc. that I never used the auto pump feature. I actually think some states dont even allow the pumps to have that little metal clip so they force you to hold it yourself.

this sounds like a silly problem lol

08-03-2014, 02:02 AM	#1
Nash_2SS Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS Black Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 22 View My Garage	Unable to auto pump gas! I have about 1200 miles on my 2SS. Even though I just made 5-6 trips to the pump, I'm exhausted as I'm unable to pump gas automatically.. By pressing the handle. And if I hold it manually in a certain angle it seems to work. Any known issues? I tried to look online but didn't find any recent posts on this issue. I usually pump at Kroger or SAMs club as it saves me money, tried at a chevron but same issue everywhere. Appreciate any input. Thanks Nash.

08-03-2014, 02:37 AM	#4
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,070	iv never had this problem. remember though after it shuts off dont fill it more. __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

08-03-2014, 04:07 AM	#7
CHMSC ROAD COURSE JUNKIE Drives: 2012 SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Somewhere Posts: 4,868 View My Garage	My 2010 Camaro wouldn't let me auto pump but my 2012 does. Not sure what the difference is. __________________

08-03-2014, 06:58 AM	#10
Badbubba GrINned & JUICEd Drives: 15STI, 10Expy, 10 2SS/RS M6, 47KB1 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,247	Usually need to pick up on the handle to allow the nozzle to have more of a straight shot down the gas filler tube. The pump shuts off if I just leave it hang with the lever locked. It usually dispenses fine if the lever is not in the maximum position. So maybe try a notch or two lower on the lever. Of couse it will take more time, but it won't be exhaustive for you. __________________ GPI SS3 Cam & stuff,N.O. Plate(dedicated fuel tank,progressive,fuel hose upgrade,remote opener,heater,console switches),LNC2000,CTAP,ARH 1 7/8" LTs/gutted cats/X pipe/mufflers,Jet Hot coated LTs,GPI HPT Tune,CAI, Scoop,Rx Catch Can,Gates heater hose relocation, Remote clutch & auto brake res,Metco loop,Momentum Tunnel Brace,TSW Nurb 18",555 & 05,Pfadt trailing arms & toe rods,Autometer WB,Fesler Pillar Pod,LED strips (int),Lloyds floor & trunk mats,LED DRL/front turn & license plate,DRL harness,VLEDs tail lights,Plasticoat Bowties. Ord: Oct 5, 2009 Rec: Nov 19, 2009 13.17@112.6 stock

08-03-2014, 07:59 AM	#12
miller8907 Drives: 2014 1SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 621	I had this problem in my truck. It was the EVAP vent valve solenoid. It did not allow air to escape the tank properly so the only way it could get out was back up the filler neck causing gas to backup a bit and click the pump off. Not sure if its a similar system in the camaros or not but it was an easy fix on the truck. __________________ 2014 1SS/RS LS3 AGP TT, Custom TSP Cam, 4L80E Swap 1/4 mile- 9.53 @ 145mph

08-03-2014, 02:18 AM	#2
homewrecker Drives: '04 Z06, '14BMW M235i, '15 SS/1LE Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: San Diego/Los Angeles Posts: 845	Strange, like the pump would shut off like you have a full tank?

08-03-2014, 02:19 AM	#3
TommyTheCat SHKE BKE Drives: 2013 Camaro Join Date: May 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 3,108	I've always had this problem at certain pumps

08-03-2014, 02:55 AM	#6
760bowtie Drives: 2014 1SS/RS, 2018 Silverado CC Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Oceanside, CA Posts: 1,487	Haven't had this problem with my camaro, but I have it with my truck. Maybe something to do with the pumps because I usually fill up at the same station and I'll have the issue during a fill up and won't have it on the next.

08-03-2014, 04:28 AM	#8
Ralphdss Drives: SIM 1SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Northbrunswick NJ Posts: 55 View My Garage	Same problem here.

08-03-2014, 04:37 AM	#9
CamaroBody Drives: Hyper Blue 2SS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: CA Posts: 1,160	That's crazy! So you can not pump gas without holding the trigger? I know the gas door is cheap but seriously?

08-03-2014, 07:47 AM	#11
Nash_2SS Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS Black Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 22 View My Garage	Yes. That's the issue, glad that I'm not the only one..I was trying to put it on mid level on the handle but seems like there's a vacuum that's being created. Do u guys think a trip to the dealership helps?

08-03-2014, 08:02 AM	#13
stuckpipe Drives: 2013 Victory Red ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Houston Posts: 20	It may be the type of vapor recovery system used by the station. I would experiment with several other stations and see how theirs work. It could also be that the stations VRS needs maintenance.

08-03-2014, 08:25 AM	#14
EmeryZ28 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 812	I changed oil in HS at a small shop/gas station back in 99-01 and saw so many people set the pump to "auto" then have it shut off on them too early or fly out of the neck and blow gas all over their car etc. that I never used the auto pump feature. I actually think some states dont even allow the pumps to have that little metal clip so they force you to hold it yourself. this sounds like a silly problem lol __________________ 2015 Silverado Z71 6.2/2011 Camaro 2SSRS LS3/2014 Cadillac ATS 2.0T