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[Lagondanet]

I have a friend whose fuel flaps won't open.
I recall a thread where someone had a similar problem.

Does anyone remember who it was and how they resolved it? Possibly with a credit card?

Any help will be greatly appreciated.

[Francis]

Yes, I had that problem two years ago and posted something on that.

The issue was resolved using a plastic ruler that I now keep in the car.

I used an eighth inch tapered ruler with a rounded out hedge ( to preserve paint) and gently fiddled arouond from the bottom of the door until I managed to release the latch. It took me about 1/2 an hour before I managed it and had to try both side before getting the hang of it. Afterwards I greassed-up the moving parts (latch) and tighten the hex screw that holds the latch to the rod. Further more, I went from the inside, above the rear seats to grease-up the motor and the rods to give it all more smoothness in the movement. I have not had the problem gain since.

Francis
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Alvira's keeper

[Lagondanet]

Thank you Francis.
I'll pass that info on.

[Vrije]

When mine did not move I just replaced the fuel flap relays and hey presto!

Harry

[Lagondanet]

Thanks Harry.

[Lagondanet]

Apparently it worked with a plastic ruler & a torch helped.
Thanks.

[Francis]

Good!

Hopefully the paint did not get scratched.

Torch? Flashlight or something like a 'blowtorch'?

Francis
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Alvira's keeper

[Lagondanet]

Torch=flashlight
I think he said/used a Maglite?