So apparently the seal on my fuel cap went bad, and I have leaked diesel into my trunk carpet. Anyone with suggestions that are short of cutting it all out? And do I need to wash anything in particular?

Probably your "fuel filler neck grommet", easy too replace and will keep fuel from getting into your trunk. Also there is a drain in the little fuel fill compartment that you should make sure is clear.

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1985 Euro 240D 5 spd 140K
1979 240D 5 spd, 40K on engine rebuild
1994 Dodge/Cummins, 5 spd, 121K
1964 Allice Chalmers D15 tractor
2014 Kubota L3800 tractor
1964 VW bug

"Lifes too short to drive a boring car"

You are going to have to pull the carpets and soak em in simple green or some such soap and then rinse; do it a few times.
Same with the trunk and then lots of airing.
Hot water works better than cold
Diesel smell is almost permanent if you don't really clean and rinse.
Good luck.

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1981 240D 143k 4 spd manual -SOLD

2004 VW Jetta TDI 5 speed 300k -still driven daily

Many thanks, will check the grommet and start cleaning