Trouble pumping gas

[smartcar2009]

Everytime I try to fill-up the tank the nozzle keeps clicking off. I have tried two different gas types and stations. Has anyone else had this problem? It takes forever to fill up.

[John_H]

I've experienced several varied stations in my recent 3800 mile trek. I found a couple touchier than most but getting the nozzle in as far as it goes then ramping up the flow from slower speeds usually lets me reach full-flow.

If muliple stations (rather than just two) have the same issue, your filler pipe might have a constriction that isn't typical, something that should be taken care of under warranty. The best way to demonstrate the issue is to be low on gas when you arrive for a Smart Center service appointment and have the service person try to fill the tank, preferably at a station and pump where you know you've experienced the problem.

There's nothing like experiencing one of Murphy's Corollaries first hand: "When a brolen appliance is demonstrated for the repairman, it will work perfectly."

[forestacademy]

Im sure its a pain, but I bet you still get out of the gas station faster than the SUV's

[JPaul]

Does this picture give you an idea of how the filler pipe is shaped?

[Padawan]

As John H stated, make sure the nozzle is inserted fully into the filler neck, and use the lowest flow setting while filling.

[chieftmc]

Originally Posted by John_H

I've experienced several varied stations in my recent 3800 mile trek. I found a couple touchier than most but getting the nozzle in as far as it goes then ramping up the flow from slower speeds usually lets me reach full-flow.

If muliple stations (rather than just two) have the same issue, your filler pipe might have a constriction that isn't typical, something that should be taken care of under warranty. The best way to demonstrate the issue is to be low on gas when you arrive for a Smart Center service appointment and have the service person try to fill the tank, preferably at a station and pump where you know you've experienced the problem.

There's nothing like experiencing one of Murphy's Corollaries first hand: "When a brolen appliance is demonstrated for the repairman, it will work perfectly."

Hey, that's right John,.............

You get to pump your own gas now !!!!!

[John_H]

It's funny that I didn't consider I'd only filled my tank a couple times myself before. It would've been funny (not fun) to move from Oregon to New Jersey instead: the only two states which require that others pump your gas.

[BigWarpGuy]

I have not experienced that problem since we New Jerseyians do not pump our own gas. The few times I have gone to another state and pumped my own gas, it was not easy trying to remember how to do so with these newer pumps. At least our gas prices are lower.

[smartcar2009]

Thanks for all the feedback...............I'll keep trying............samething used to puzzle me putting air in tires...at how many "dings" was I suppose to stop pumping air?.... I know what you guys are thinking and you are right!

Lady Bug

[SuperGeek]

Umm, filling up air in tires isn't about the dings. It's about the number on the digital gauge you paid more than $5 for to make sure you get an accurate reading. Inaccurate air readings (Off by more than a few pounds, or out of balance) will cost you far more than the 5-20 bucks a decent gauge will run. At best you lose mileage and wear out the tires faster, at worst you have a blowout on the interstate.