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Motor 1
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
‘That's $70 Worth:' Subaru Impreza Driver Walks Away From Leaking Gas Pump Because He ‘Doesn't Want to Blow Up.' Now What?
In a viral video, a man appears to abandon a Shell gas station after a pump starts uncontrollably spewing fuel. 'I don't want to blow up,' Yungnfl (@yungnfl03) exclaims in the video posted to TikTok earlier this week. Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . In the clip, Yungnfl walks away as gas gushes out of an unattended pump that's still attached to a four-door Subaru Impreza . The display shows that it's pumped roughly 30 gallons when the clip ends, with gas still gushing out. Given that Imprezas' gas tanks hold less than 20 gallons, it's possible that upwards of 10 gallons or more of gas had spilled out by then. As of this writing, the video has been viewed 1.5 million times. What if This Happens to You? If a gas pump won't stop pumping fuel—even after your tank is full—it's likely due to a malfunction in the pump's automatic shut-off mechanism. That failure could stem from an issue with the nozzle, the vent system, or the fuel tank itself. While a runaway pump situation like the one Yungnfl experienced can be scary, there are ways to stop the flow quickly. They do require someone to stay near the pump, however. In his video, no one is near the Subaru. Trending Now 'That's Obviously a Villain Car:' Man Spots Honda Fit in Parking Lot. Then He Notices the Back 'Enjoy That Day Off:' Man Asks People to Photoshop a Video to Look Like He Crashed His Car to Skip Work. The Internet Complies Every gas station has a large red emergency shut-off button that immediately stops all pumps when pressed. These buttons are usually marked with clear signage, though not always in the most eye-catching way, so it helps to know what to look for before you need it. If you can't get to the emergency button fast enough, there's also a manual lever inside the pump holster itself. Pulling or flipping that lever will shut off that pump. In either case, it's important to alert an attendant or, in extreme cases, call emergency services. Gasoline is highly flammable, and a major spill is both dangerous, even deadly, and expensive to clean up. That's why it's important not to start any vehicle near an active spill until the area is cleared by gas station staff or first responders. Public awareness of these safety features seems spotty. In the video, Yungnfl and others appear more concerned with the price of the gas spilling out than with stopping it. 'That's $70 worth of gas,' he says. 'It's still going.' 'Could've Easily Just Stopped It' Commenters who watched @yungnfl03's video were quick to offer advice and critiques. Many urged him to stay calm and try one of the simple emergency methods available. 'Hit the emergency stop button,' one person wrote. 'Gas stations all have a pump emergency cutoff on the building,' another echoed. 'You could have just hit the lever that the pump sits on,' a third added. Others, though, took the clip as a broader commentary on how unprepared people are for real-life problems. 'Bro could've easily just stopped it but he be watching too many movies,' one commenter said. 'America is doomed,' another declared. 'Blow up?' a third asked. 'This gen is lost in the sauce.' 'This captures the world in a nutshell right now,' a fourth said. 'Things going wrong, people complaining and watching, [and] no one doing anything to fix it.' Still, not everyone was quick to judge. Some admitted they'd be just as unsure in the same situation. 'As a woman, if that was my car, I would've grabbed it and put it back on the thing,' one admitted. 'Am I wrong? Why would it blow up if it's not ignited? I'm confused.' Motor1 has reached out to Yungnfl via a TikTok comment. We'll be sure to update this if he responds. More From Motor1 Mercedes Makes 'Course Correction' to Extend Combustion Engine Life Kia Is Worried That Selling Too Many Gas Cars or EVs Could Hurt the Business Audi Changes Its Mind. Will Make Gas Cars For Another 10 Years 'It's for Weight Reduction Ofc They Use Cheap Plastic:' Why Is the Interior of This $250K Lamborghini Crunchy to the Touch? Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Motor 1
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Man Fills Up His Truck. Then He Pulls Out a Trick for When the Handle Clicks and Stops Pumping
If the fuel pump at the gas station keeps annoyingly clicking off, here's an easy trick that might help. But be warned, it could be an indication of a bigger problem. Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Gas pumps are more sophisticated than they look and have an entire internal system designed for safety, efficiency, and to avoid gasoline from overfilling or spilling, Paul Campanella's Auto Center reports. So when they start doing that annoying clicking thing when your tank isn't even halfway full, it's for a reason. How to Fix an Annoying Gas Pump In a viral video with over 330,000 views, content creator Solo Martines Jr. (@solomartinesjr6) shares how he handles things when the pump starts to malfunction. Martines explained that his truck usually takes over to fill up since it needs a solid $90 worth of gas. But the trouble with filling it up is that sometimes the gas pump, which is able to fill the car automatically without him holding it, will randomly click off even if the car isn't anywhere close to full (which is when the click is actually supposed to happen). That's what the pump in Martines' video keeps doing, much to his annoyance. 'Finally figured out how to keep the pump from tripping on this truck,' Martines said. All the trick requires is turning the pump upside down (make sure the spiral part is outside the fuel hole). Then the clicking stops. 'I heard it has something to do with air in the tank, could be many different things wrong.' How Does the Automatic Shut-off Mechanism Work? Trending Now Man Spots Chihuahua in a Ford With the Engine Off and Windows Rolled Up. What Should He Do? Kia Blames Regulations for the Death of Gas Performance Cars Gas pump nozzles shut off automatically because of pressure and something called the Venturi effect. In short, when your tank is almost full, changes in pressure tell the nozzle when it's time to shut off. As gas flows into your car's tank, pressure builds, and there's a small tube in the nozzle that can sense the pressure. When the gas level gets high enough to cover the end of the tube, the pressure change signals the pump to stop. The Venturi effect also comes into play because when gas moves quickly in a narrow space, it lowers the air pressure. When the tank is almost full, the pressure drops, telling the pump to stop the flow. Why does my pump keep clicking? There are several reasons why your pump might be clicking, according to the car experts at Paul Campanella's Auto Center: The tank is full, and the shut-off mechanism is doing its job; Gas is splashing back and blocking the air hole in the nozzle; If the fuel is pumped too fast, it can cause unnecessary pressure; Oddly shaped, small, or worn-out nozzle; or The evap canister, fuel tank vent, or filter is clogged, causing a pressure buildup. How to Stop Premature Click-Off To avoid the annoyance of the nozzle constantly clicking, you can: Pump slower with a lower trigger notch; Move the nozzle out so it's not as deep; Flip the nozzle upside down; or Try a different gas station. If it's a recurring issue, have your mechanic check your car's fuel vent system float valve or EVAP canister. Commenters React People weren't impressed by Martines' so-called trick. 'You are 2 old 2 be this ignorant. There is a reason it clicked because it is full You are destroying the EVAP System & purge valve I bet the check engine light is on or it will be soon if I was your boss I would charge you 4 the repair because it is your fault,' the top comment reads. 'Hello EVAP problems,' one person said. 'Don't need to turn it upside down ..just pull back a smidge,' another suggested. 'Check engine light incoming,' a commenter predicted. Motor1 reached out to Martines for comment via TikTok direct message and comment. We'll update this article when we hear back. More From Motor1 'Lawyer Up': Woman Drops Off Mercedes At Dealership For Oil Change. Then She's Told It's Totaled, Costs $27K To 'Fix 5 Wires' 'Doesn't Even Smell Like Gas': Texas Man Drives Volkswagen to 76 Gas Station. Then He Realizes He Filled Up On a Mystery Liquid 'Big Gap Here:' Man Buys Hyundai Elantra. Then He Realizes Newer Models All Have This Design Flaw That Leads To Rust Woman Visits Toyota Dealership. Then a Salesman Refuses to Give Her a Pricing Breakdown When She's Quoted $27,500 Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
