n twice to start car after filling up with gas. All other times my 2007 Hyundia Santa Fe starts right up with one turn on of the ignition key

Asked by paulski5 Nov 10, 2013 at 11:58 AM about the 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have to turn the ignition key twice to start car after filling up with gas. All other times my
2007 Hyundia Santa Fe starts right up with one turn on of the ignition key

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....yes, once the motor is warm, a "vapor lock" condition may occur if the fuel line is HOT and un-insulated from boiling the gas therein~ many vehicles suffer from this condition....it's part design flaw part failed Engineering~

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