Gas Cap Problems
06-17-2009, 06:42 PM
#1
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Gas Cap Problems
I have an issue with my gas cap. I have an '04 Z06 and I'm on my second soon to be third cap. I replaced the faulty on with a new one from the dealer, but now I'm having the same problems. 
The problem is I can take it off fine, but when I twist it to lock it down it just won't always lock in. The cap goes into immediate ratcheting mode as if it was tight!! Its really getting on my nerves!
Any and all assistance will be greatly appreciated !!! Thanks.
The problem is I can take it off fine, but when I twist it to lock it down it just won't always lock in. The cap goes into immediate ratcheting mode as if it was tight!! Its really getting on my nerves!
Any and all assistance will be greatly appreciated !!! Thanks.
06-18-2009, 09:40 AM
#3
Intermediate
Ditto... cap problem just surfaced on my 04. Having to jiggle the cylindrical locking portion & the cap so it will release/reset/relatch. I expect a new cap is inevitable, but a wondered about a fix, too. JJ
06-18-2009, 01:43 PM
#4
Melting Slicks
Yep 3 here also for my 04. Another faulty Made in Mexico part! I finally gave up on the GM part and went to NAPA. $12 instead of 19 but it does not have the teather strap.
Last edited by craig04c5; 06-18-2009 at 08:35 PM.
06-18-2009, 05:06 PM
#5
Le Mans Master
WOW, I haven't heard of this problem before ! Wonder if it is just with the 2004 Model ? I know the 2004 gas filter was changed to the new C6 type (filter in gas tank), maybe they changed the cap?
My 1998 has the original cap.
My 1998 has the original cap.
06-18-2009, 07:44 PM
#7
Le Mans Master
It must be an 2004 problem. I posted a question in the C6 Forum, asking if anyone had problems with their plastic gas cap. A few 2005's have already replied ! Some other years also replied.
Apparently 2005 C6's had a recall on the gas cap !
Apparently 2005 C6's had a recall on the gas cap !
Last edited by Oldvetter; 06-18-2009 at 08:12 PM.
04-23-2010, 11:20 AM
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04-23-2010, 11:34 AM
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04-23-2010, 05:14 PM
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I have a 04 and don't have that problem.
04-23-2010, 05:19 PM
#18
Melting Slicks
With two small flat bladed screw drivers I was able to take the tether off my factory cap and install it on the aftermarket cap. Used the flat ends sort of the way you would use tire irons to remove a tire from a rim. Took a little time but I now have a tether on the aftermarket cap.
04-23-2010, 08:33 PM
#19
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I have an issue with my gas cap. I have an '04 Z06 and I'm on my second soon to be third cap. I replaced the faulty on with a new one from the dealer, but now I'm having the same problems.
The problem is I can take it off fine, but when I twist it to lock it down it just won't always lock in. The cap goes into immediate ratcheting mode as if it was tight!! Its really getting on my nerves!
Any and all assistance will be greatly appreciated !!! Thanks.
The problem is I can take it off fine, but when I twist it to lock it down it just won't always lock in. The cap goes into immediate ratcheting mode as if it was tight!! Its really getting on my nerves!
Any and all assistance will be greatly appreciated !!! Thanks.
With two small flat bladed screw drivers I was able to take the tether off my factory cap and install it on the aftermarket cap. Used the flat ends sort of the way you would use tire irons to remove a tire from a rim. Took a little time but I now have a tether on the aftermarket cap.
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Works great on mine.
Last edited by LoneStarFRC; 04-24-2010 at 12:39 AM.
