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Old 07-04-2007, 09:43 AM   #1
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Default My fuel lid wont open??

Anyone know how to fix it? the hinge inside is seized and i bent my lid a bit, the button inside the car feels like its working its clicking but the lid doesnt realease.

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Old 07-04-2007, 10:02 AM   #2
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I'm thinkin' WD40 and possibly try the remote fuel lid release rip cord in the boot.
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Old 07-04-2007, 04:23 PM   #3
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yeah ive been using the pull thing in the boot but im sick of doing it. I'LL just get a new hinge from wreckers
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Old 07-04-2007, 04:53 PM   #4
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Get out and hit it with you hand before you try to pop the lever in the car, mine sticks sometime, always works
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Old 07-04-2007, 04:58 PM   #5
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if the pull thing in the boot will allow it to open it wont be the hinge, it'll be the solenoid
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Old 07-04-2007, 06:51 PM   #6
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yeah i see. where the helll is the solenoid?? i need a new hinge now anyway cos i have bent the lid and it doesnt shut flush with the body anymore
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Old 07-04-2007, 07:03 PM   #7
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solenoid is what operates the little tag that holds the flap shut. the cord is attached to the solenoid also.

usually just a couple of screws and unplug it and remove, you may need to remove the boot carpet to locate it
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