# Can You Run Kerosene In A Diesel Engine? (And What Happens If You Do?)

> One of the most common mistakes at the gas station is accidentally filling diesel into a gas engine, or vice versa.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1863660/can-diesel-engine-use-kerosene-as-fuel-what-happens-explained/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68335dacb4c0d4cc91f9e5e9)
- **Published:** 2025-05-25
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #diesel #kerosene #engine #happens #accidentally #almost #always #characteristics
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