Why does my MINI Countryman smell of diesel?

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Why does my MINI Countryman smell of diesel?

I have a 2011 MINI Countryman. A friend has been smelling diesel fumes when we were driving along for a while. It has just been checked by my local dealer and they have found a leak from the ejector. They say that this can cause you to feel unwell, which I have been. Have you heard of this problem before?

Asked on 10 April 2014 by Gemma

Answered by Honest John

If the car is still under warranty then it's the responsibility of the dealer. May just be a loose injector. I've had that with new diesel cars in the past. May need a new washer. May need a new injector.

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