Not A Truck But Gm Nonetheless

[jrrod2004]

I got a 1993 cavalier that has been in the family since it was new. It recently crossed over 190,000 miles and lately it has been giving off a strong fuel vapor (smell) at startup. It does not matter that if it is cold or hot, it just does it. The last couple of days I noticed it smell while idling at a stop light but when that happens, it is very faint and nearly indetectible. I am looking for thoughts and input as to correct this problem. I believe that it could be fuel pressure regulator or maybe a cracked fuel injector.

 

Vehicle Specs:

 

Year/Make/Model: 1993 CHEVROLET CAVALIER VL

Body Style: SEDAN 4 DR

Engine Type: 2.2L L4 TBI OHV 8V

Transmission: 3 Speed Auto (3T40)

Manufactured In: UNITED STATES

 

 

 

Thanks for any input....

[ColoradoSkiCountry]

At that kind of millage, several things come to mind:

 

1. O2 Sensor needs to be replaced

2. Check plugs and wires

3. Charcol canister (sp) may be going bad

4. Cat may be going out as well.

[superjim]

check the fuel pressure regulator.

pull the vacuum hose and check for presence of fuel.

[gdpgmc]

On my old truck, I had thought for years that I had a small leak in the gas tank because I would slightly smell gas. Until one day I was sniffing around and realized it was my gas cap..

[jrrod2004]

Appreciate the input, this weekend I will start checking each item and pray that this does not get costly.