What happens if you change the fuel cap on a Kia Sorento?
Make sure to refuel your vehicle according to the “Fuel requirements” suggested in section 1. If the fuel filler cap requires replacement, use only a genuine Kia cap or the equivalent specified for your vehicle. An incorrect fuel filler cap can result in a serious malfunction of the fuel system or emission control system.
How to open a gas cap that won’t open?
Step 1: Try to access the cable that triggers the lock behind the fuel door: If you have a cable operated lock, you might be able to open the door by removing the truck interior on the side where the fuel cell door is located and manually pulling the cable until the door “pops” unlock.
What happens if a gas cap is stuck?
If the valve is stuck, it can cause excessive pressure to build up inside the fuel cell and make it difficult to remove. To determine if this part is damaged, press the middle of the gas cap to see if the valve moves up and down when pressed.
What should I do before filling my Kia Sorento?
Before refueling, note the location of the Emergency Gasoline Shut-Off, if available, at the gas station facility. Before touching the fuel nozzle, you should eliminate potentially dangerous static electricity discharge by touching another metal part of the vehicle, a safe distance away from the fuel filler neck, nozzle, or other gas source.
Why does the fuel door not open on my Sorento?
I put a piece of insulation on the side opposite the hinge and it pops open when that little bit of pressure is on the door when it is closed. This applies to a 2011 Sorento.
Make sure to refuel your vehicle according to the “Fuel requirements” suggested in section 1. If the fuel filler cap requires replacement, use only a genuine Kia cap or the equivalent specified for your vehicle. An incorrect fuel filler cap can result in a serious malfunction of the fuel system or emission control system.
Step 1: Try to access the cable that triggers the lock behind the fuel door: If you have a cable operated lock, you might be able to open the door by removing the truck interior on the side where the fuel cell door is located and manually pulling the cable until the door “pops” unlock.
When do we push the button the fuel door does not open?
Fuel Door Does Not Open: When We Push the Button the Fuel Door When we push the button the fuel door does not open we have to have two people; one pushing the button and one prying the door open. How do we fix this?