Is there a lock on the fuel door?
Fuel Door Lock Here is a video that shows on a 2011 GTI that there is a locking mechanism. At least you might be able to use the video to see what your looking for when you do find the remedy. OK…PROBLEM SOLVED!!
Why is the gas tank door not closing?
Gas tank door latch usually stuck that it won’t close whatever you do. Before going to the delearship for an expensive gas tank door repair, try this gas tank door fix – it worked for me when I discovered my BMW e46 fuel door won t close. It’s actually a simple fix to the BMW fuel door latch.
What to do about fuel cap lid lock actuator?
Gas BBQ to heat up a small flathead screwdriver, and pulling the flap as open as i could, i managed to melt just the one tab on the actuator without damaging the flap or paintwork. Keyhole surgery ! The flap sprang open, no damage except for the actuator which can be replaced.
What to do if your gas tank won’t close?
It’s actually a simple fix to the BMW fuel door latch. Hope this video helps you if you suddenly find gas tank door won’t stay closed – not sure if it works for Mercedes fuel door won t close problems or Nissan Altima gas door won’t close or other gas cap door spring problems.
Why does my door lock not work with fuel?
On my 2000V70 ALL of my door locks get lazy in hot weather AND fuel latch of late requires me to operate the locks on the window switch. After I do this it springs back to life.
How do you lock the fuel door in a 2012 JSW?
Push the plunger and see if it pops out. If it does then close fuel door and lock all doors with the FOB. Then push in fuel door to see if it’s locked. If yes, Yippy !! Just out of curiosity, I checked my 2012 JSW, and the fuel door does lock if the doors are locked. I realize we drive different cars, but your observation made me curious.
Is there a locking cap on the fuel door?
Nope, no locking cap…though like you said, I could get one…but then the inconvenience of fumbling with keys, and the occasional ability to fuel due to loss of keys, lol…I’m still debating… Well when you lock the car its supposed to lock the flap mine does so take it back for a warranty claim.
How to fix fuel door lock on Volvo?
1. The ghetto way of removing the plastic latch on the fuel door, this way the door is no longer locked. I have not done this yet for fear of vandalism (kids putting stuff in fuel tank). Small fear but… 2. Cleaning the actuator motor.