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herkman · 11-06-2009, 08:53 PM

Is anyone having problems filling their gas tank? I had a 2005 Mustang that would not take gas (ended up a service bulletin) and my car is doing the same thing. I have tried different gas stations and types of hoses but the nozzle keeps shutting off even if I have it pulled out most of the way.

Hoss · 11-06-2009, 08:56 PM

No problems at any time! I think it would be cool to have it hold more gas!

*Mr. Wyndham* · 11-06-2009, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by herkman

Is anyone having problems filling their gas tank? I had a 2005 Mustang that would not take gas (ended up a service bulletin) and my car is doing the same thing. I have tried different gas stations and types of hoses but the nozzle keeps shutting off even if I have it pulled out most of the way.

I have this problem. The pumps operate by a little vacuum pin-prick in the tip of the nozzle. If this hole sucks up gas, it will shut the pump down -- indicating you've filled it up....chances are the nozzle is sucking up splashes of gas as it hits the tank intake pipe...

Have you tried twisting, rotating the nozzle in the hole to see if it stays on? And is this a recent problem, or has it happened ever since you've owned the car?

CGM DIVA · 11-06-2009, 09:09 PM

I too, have this problem... I have to actually tilt the nozzle higer and hold it in the positon I want in order for the gas pump to stay on.. it's been this way since I first filled up my car...I thought it was odd, but never questioned it..

Blacc Mamba · 11-06-2009, 09:11 PM

and i thought it was just me!

GangGreen · 11-06-2009, 09:14 PM

Same here. I put the nozzle all the way in and hold it up for the gas to pump. Not that big a deal.

Icefsh · 11-06-2009, 09:33 PM

While on vacation in June I rented a Mustang. It took me 10 to 15 minutes to fill that car. Tryied every angle and no luck. It was frustrating. Got my Camaro latter that month and have had no problems.

SWHCPA · 11-06-2009, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by GangGreen

Same here. I put the nozzle all the way in and hold it up for the gas to pump. Not that big a deal.

+1.

dhammis · 11-06-2009, 10:00 PM

I have this problem with the truck that I currently drive. It's not the end of the world by any stretch, but when it's cold outside it certainly is no fun.

JohnInSoCal · 11-06-2009, 10:13 PM

only filled up about 3 times but each time I did have this problem

Sevn86 · 11-06-2009, 10:29 PM

some times if there is air in the tank or near the sensor it will shut it off that what some one told me as this happened to me 2 different times with my jeep...It not that big of a problem though

Stevil · 11-06-2009, 10:34 PM

I have the problem about half the time.

Sweet Lola · 11-06-2009, 10:40 PM

I thought I was just being a dumbass...glad I am not alone.

Captain Awesome · 11-06-2009, 10:42 PM

My only problem is the little hook for the cap leash is too small and the cap keeps unhooking itself and it's annoying.

Stevil · 11-06-2009, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Captain Awesome

My only problem is the little hook for the cap leash is too small and the cap keeps unhooking itself and it's annoying.

That too

EdRedCamaro2 · 11-06-2009, 11:12 PM

I've never had a problem. I have filled up at four different gas stations and the pump has never kicked off too soon for me. Might it be temperature dependent? I am seeing that many of you are in warm weather areas like TX and Cali.

SLVRPHX · 11-07-2009, 12:47 AM

Glad to hear that I'm not the only one. Every time I go to fill up I have to fight with the pump to keep it from kicking off right away, which in turn causes the cap to fall off the hook. Once I get it going, it's fine until it's filled up.

CynAgain · 11-07-2009, 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by EdRedCamaro2

I've never had a problem. I have filled up at four different gas stations and the pump has never kicked off too soon for me. Might it be temperature dependent? I am seeing that many of you are in warm weather areas like TX and Cali.

interesting observation. I haven't had this problem

swimmergirl · 11-07-2009, 07:15 AM

I have the same problem. I thought it was maybe the nozzle i was using. I have the same problem on my 82 Camaro. It must be a camaro thing.

bono83 · 11-07-2009, 09:08 AM

No problem here.

1sickss · 11-07-2009, 09:13 AM

good to know

Mr_Draco · 11-07-2009, 09:16 AM

My current Z28, my brothers '03 impala and my moms '98 mercury all have this same problem but only at certain gas stations. I think it has more to do with the design of certain nozzles then the cars.

Sidewinder · 11-07-2009, 09:20 AM

No problem here. Would like to see a better gas cap hanger rather than that small clip.

mutant chicken · 11-08-2009, 06:40 PM

Same problem here, every time, and filled at different stations. I have had to turn the handle upside down to get it to fill. It's a pain but not the end of the world.

herkman · 11-08-2009, 08:52 PM

Yes, I have tried all different angles and even holding the filler in upside down. The only thing that seems to work is pulling the nozzle almost all the way out. The problem with this is that I have to be careful because like that there is no automatic shutoff!

11-06-2009, 08:53 PM	#1
herkman Drives: 2010 IOM SS/RS, 69 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Douglasville, Georgia Posts: 565	Hard to fill gas tank Is anyone having problems filling their gas tank? I had a 2005 Mustang that would not take gas (ended up a service bulletin) and my car is doing the same thing. I have tried different gas stations and types of hoses but the nozzle keeps shutting off even if I have it pulled out most of the way.

11-06-2009, 08:56 PM	#2
Hoss Drives: 2004GMC Extended Cab Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: North Texas Posts: 623 View My Garage	No problems at any time! I think it would be cool to have it hold more gas! __________________ 2010 2SS/RS, Black/Black, LS-3, delivered 6/19/09

11-06-2009, 09:09 PM	#4
CGM DIVA Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS Camaro Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Fairfield , CA Posts: 109	I too, have this problem... I have to actually tilt the nozzle higer and hold it in the positon I want in order for the gas pump to stay on.. it's been this way since I first filled up my car...I thought it was odd, but never questioned it.. __________________ 2010 CGM 2SS/RS Ordered "Silly imports, speed is for f-bodies"

11-06-2009, 10:40 PM	#13
Sweet Lola #42,288 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Boise ID Posts: 349 View My Garage	I thought I was just being a dumbass...glad I am not alone. __________________ Darren

11-06-2009, 11:12 PM	#16
EdRedCamaro2 4BC Motorsports Drives: 95 Camaro, 10 1SS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Cincinnati OH Posts: 186 View My Garage	I've never had a problem. I have filled up at four different gas stations and the pump has never kicked off too soon for me. Might it be temperature dependent? I am seeing that many of you are in warm weather areas like TX and Cali. __________________ 1SS/RJT/Sunroof TPW 9/7/09 3800: 9/14/09 Arrived 9/24/09 "In racing, they say that your car goes where your eyes go...I know it's true; racing doesn't lie" The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein

11-06-2009, 09:11 PM	#5
Blacc Mamba SoCal HT5 Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 960	and i thought it was just me!

11-06-2009, 09:14 PM	#6
GangGreen Drives: Victory Red LT RS Born:3/3/09 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: VEGA$ BABY Posts: 136	Same here. I put the nozzle all the way in and hold it up for the gas to pump. Not that big a deal.

11-06-2009, 09:33 PM	#7
Icefsh Drives: CGM 2LT/RS M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Littleton, CO. Posts: 181	While on vacation in June I rented a Mustang. It took me 10 to 15 minutes to fill that car. Tryied every angle and no luck. It was frustrating. Got my Camaro latter that month and have had no problems.

11-06-2009, 10:00 PM	#9
dhammis Drives: 2LT/RS Transformers Edition Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Frisco, TX Posts: 65	I have this problem with the truck that I currently drive. It's not the end of the world by any stretch, but when it's cold outside it certainly is no fun.

11-06-2009, 10:13 PM	#10
JohnInSoCal Drives: RJT L99 500HP Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 537	only filled up about 3 times but each time I did have this problem

11-06-2009, 10:34 PM	#12
Stevil Drives: 2LT RS Imperial Blue Metalic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 92	I have the problem about half the time.

11-06-2009, 10:42 PM	#14
Captain Awesome Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New York Posts: 3,747	My only problem is the little hook for the cap leash is too small and the cap keeps unhooking itself and it's annoying.

11-07-2009, 12:47 AM	#17
SLVRPHX SoCal C5 Family Member Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 145 View My Garage	Glad to hear that I'm not the only one. Every time I go to fill up I have to fight with the pump to keep it from kicking off right away, which in turn causes the cap to fall off the hook. Once I get it going, it's fine until it's filled up. __________________ 1LT RS Auto SIM Gray C&C BA, JBA Axle Back 1100: 5/8/09 \| 3000: 5/27/09 \| TPW: 7/13/09 3800: 7/22/09 VIN 126623 4200: 7/24/09 \| 6000: 8/6/09

11-07-2009, 07:15 AM	#19
swimmergirl Drives: 2010 Camaro RS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Tyngsboro, MA Posts: 7	I have the same problem. I thought it was maybe the nozzle i was using. I have the same problem on my 82 Camaro. It must be a camaro thing.

11-07-2009, 09:08 AM	#20
bono83 Drives: 1969 Chevelle, 2010 1LT Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago suburbs Posts: 378	No problem here. __________________ Order: 5/23/09 - Deposit given with order at dealer. 1100: 6/26/09 - Order placed by dealer - no allocation 2000: 8/15/09 - Accepted by GM. 2500: 8/18/09 - Preferenced. 3000: 8/18/09 - Accepted by Production Control. 3100: 9/9/09 - Available to Sequence. 3300: 9/9/09 - Scheduled for Production. 3400: 9/19/09 - Broadcast. 3800: 9/29/09 - Produced. 4000: 9/29/09 - Available to Ship. 4150: 9/29/09 - Original Invoice. 4200: 10/6/09 - Shipped. 5000: 10/13/09 - Delivered to Dealer. 6000: 10/13/09 - Delivered to Customer.

11-07-2009, 09:13 AM	#21
1sickss Drives: BADDEST SS IN ATL!!!! Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Atlanta Posts: 634	good to know

11-07-2009, 09:16 AM	#22
Mr_Draco Drives: 2SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Western North Carolina Posts: 5,228	My current Z28, my brothers '03 impala and my moms '98 mercury all have this same problem but only at certain gas stations. I think it has more to do with the design of certain nozzles then the cars.

11-07-2009, 09:20 AM	#23
Sidewinder Drives: 2SS/RJT/A6/Received 09/09/09 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Frederick County, VA Posts: 568 View My Garage	No problem here. Would like to see a better gas cap hanger rather than that small clip.

11-08-2009, 06:40 PM	#24
mutant chicken Mutant Member Drives: '10 SS/RS, '10 Mini , 07 Harley Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Nor-Cal Posts: 510 View My Garage	Same problem here, every time, and filled at different stations. I have had to turn the handle upside down to get it to fill. It's a pain but not the end of the world. __________________ Ordered Oct. 13th, Del. Jun. 29th! CGM, 2SS/RS

11-08-2009, 08:52 PM	#25
herkman Drives: 2010 IOM SS/RS, 69 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Douglasville, Georgia Posts: 565	Yes, I have tried all different angles and even holding the filler in upside down. The only thing that seems to work is pulling the nozzle almost all the way out. The problem with this is that I have to be careful because like that there is no automatic shutoff!

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