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Old May 13, 2008 | 05:11 AM
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yeah so my fuel door doesnt open with the button.
I got to use the latch in the rear well to open it (thank god for that, looks like they knew it would fail!)

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Old May 13, 2008 | 08:17 AM
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http://www.iammoon.com/c5tech/fuel_filler_door.htm

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...light=gas+door

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...light=gas+door
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Old May 13, 2008 | 02:02 PM
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Check the plug-in connection under the console. It's prone to disconnect.
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Old May 13, 2008 | 02:23 PM
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You can lightly apply some white lithium to the latch and plunger assembly to help if it's not the switch or fuse.
Don't get crazy with the lubricant or the fuel door will open with every bump in the road...
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Old May 13, 2008 | 05:44 PM
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sawzall works pretty good too
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