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I own a 1992 Pontiac Grand Am. I took my car in for
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I own a 1992 Pontiac Grand Am. I took my car in for its 75,000 check up. Everything came out fine, except now I noticed with winter coming, each time I use the heater, there is a strong gas smell. What could cause that?

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1992 Pontiac Grand Am V6

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Just noticed problem recently. Don't know what to do.

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November 15 10:04 AM (2 minutes and 38 seconds later)
         
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Sounds like you have a slight gas leak in the under the hood area.Should be looked at very closely. Thanks John
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November 15 10:12 AM (8 minutes and 24 seconds later)
         
Reply to john's Post: If that is true, how best to check? I have taken my vehicle to several places, no help. Don't if its because I am woman or the people are incompetent; but, I was told other ridiculous items (such as the problem is normal). I would like to try and more concrete information the next time I take it in. Please advise.
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November 15 10:23 AM (10 minutes and 21 seconds later)
         
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November 15 10:33 AM (10 minutes and 29 seconds later)
         
thanks! Will do!
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November 15 10:43 AM (9 minutes and 23 seconds later)
         
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Also have catalytic converter checked.Too much back pressure can keep exhaust gasses in the engine compartment .Thanks John
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November 15 10:45 AM (2 minutes and 2 seconds later)
         
Thanks again - will check. Just surprised that I have never had the problem before and all of sudden this occurs. I have not had a car accident or anything recently. In fact, just recently started a car pool and I drive it less than before.
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