2012 Ford Escape won't start after putting in gas

Asked by Sebrena Dec 16, 2020 at 03:17 PM about the 2012 Ford Escape

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

2012 Ford Escape won't start after putting in gas. it starts the second attempt and then I have to rev the engine to keep it on. Once I drive away, it is fine.

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oilyspill answered 4 years ago

My thought is to check the evap system. when fueling, the fumes in the gas tank are stirred up, if the evap system allows those rich fumes into a hot engine, it can cause problems.

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