Depends if its leaking or not. If its leaking I don't think I would drive it your exhaust pipe gets VERY hot when driving even idling and if the gas gets onto the exhaust it could ignite. If its just not sending the proper amount of fuel to the engine I probably would drive it either because no tell how long the fuel pump will maintain pressure. But the worst that will happen is it will stop running and you will have to have to towed.
If the vehicle is over fueling, it can wash away the lubricant from the bores,
and dilute the oil in the sump.
That will cause the engine to seize.
mine died because of a faulty fuel pump
One cause of your fuel data system not working is a faulty oxygen sensor. Another cause of your fuel data system not working is a defective ignition system.
# Idle speed incorrect # Fuel filter clogged and/or water and impurities in the fuel system # Faulty emissions system components # Faulty or incorrectly gapped spark plugs # Faulty spark plug wires # Vacuum leak in the fuel injection system,intake manifold or vacuum hoses # Valve clearances incorrectly set
It has a fuel system leak, can be fuel line, etc.( liquid leak) or (fuses) faulty gas cap/fuel emission system leak.
Incorrect fuel pressure or flow because of a faulty fuel pump, faulty fuel pressure regulator or a plugged fuel filter. If the check engine light is illuminated, check the code(s) first.
A faulty fuel pump could do that or a faulty timing belt (if equipped) could also do that. If it is a Ford, it could be the ignition module too.
You are losing spark or fuel. I would suspect a faulty fuel pump.
It has a fuel system leak, can be fuel line, etc.( liquid leak) or (fuses) faulty gas cap/fuel emission system leak.
# Idle speed incorrect # Fuel filter clogged and/or water and impurities in fuel system # Distributor components damp or damaged # Faulty emissions system components # Faulty or incorrectly gapped spark plugs # Faulty spark plug wires # Vacuum leak in the fuel injection system # Valve clearances incorrectly set
Could be, contaminated fuel (water),plugged up/dirty fuel filter,faulty fuel pump,faulty fuel pressure regulator.If the check engine light has illuminated, investigate the codes. The codes may give you a clue.
Smelling petrol fumes while driving your car can indicate a fuel leak or an issue with the fuel system, such as a damaged fuel line or a faulty fuel injector. It could also result from a loose gas cap or evaporative emissions system malfunction. It's important to address this issue promptly, as it can pose safety risks and affect vehicle performance. Consider having a mechanic inspect your vehicle to identify and resolve the problem.
Faulty fuel pump. Faulty fuel pump relay. Faulty fuel pressure regulator. Clogged fuel filter, pickup, or line. No fuel in the fuel tank.