Defogger Problems of Mazda Tribute

Stale fuel odor coming into passenger complartment through ac/heating vents after a warm engine restart. Also noticed when stopped with engine running. Air temperature selector must also be in the "blue area" where more outside air is circulated vs. Heated air.

See all problems of the 2001 Mazda Tribute.

Except for the initial ignition each day, every time the vehicle is started a waft of gasoline fumes comes through the air vents, then dissipates after 5-10 seconds. An odor of gasoline can be detected sometimes when the vehicle is idling, and a distinct gasoline odor is evident on the outside of the vehicle also, mostly on the passenger side front. Can be detected.

A fuel odor is present through vents in interior on a warm re-start.