stuck fuel cap, help!

Chris740R · Mar 16th, 2009, 12:48

I went to fill up today, and I couldn't get the damn fuel cap to unlock.

I'm trying to find the spare key as I type, as the key might just be worn. If that doesn't work how do I get it off?

Anyone with a spare one and a set of keys PM me.

surrey_man · Mar 16th, 2009, 14:35

only thing i can think if is to drill out the lock and then go ebay for a lockable cap

Petrol stations sell them Yuck temp push in caps

Chris740R · Mar 16th, 2009, 18:51

I think thats what I'm going to have to do. Its going in the garage on friday for a wheel alignment. Hopefully it has enough fuel to get there and they can do it.
I have no power tools down here.

surrey_man · Mar 16th, 2009, 18:57

yea sorry to say i cant think off any other way

jpliddy · Mar 16th, 2009, 20:58

hi . i was on supermarket carpark the other day a lady pensioner in a 940
was struggling to unlock her petrol cap i went to her aid at first i thought the locks had it .but after a while of trying the cap came off once you determine which way unlocks just keep turning anti clockwise as it can decive you .they can catch you out as with the lady and nearly myself.
its a long shot but worth a good trying nice and steady. hope it may work
regards jpliddy

rippedoffagain · Mar 16th, 2009, 21:01

If the cap is bust and needs replacing anyway, will it not force open if you ram a flat blade screwdriver into the key hole and turn it? Or will that just turn the whole lot without freeing it?

Chris740R · Mar 16th, 2009, 21:04

Its like a medicine bottle top. Unless its unlocked it just spins around freely.

I've tried both keys now, neither worked. I forced it as far as I could without risking snapping the key.

rippedoffagain · Mar 16th, 2009, 21:17

What about good ol' WD40? I've just used it in the key holes on the doors, as they were all stiff as anything. Now it is like new.

NI_Volvo_Nut · Mar 16th, 2009, 21:34

I borrowed my da's car once with using the spare key, and no key for the fuel cap, i was able to use the front door key of the house to open it lol

If the lock is not coming off without force, whats have you got to loose by trying the key and a pair of plairs?? the garage is doing the job anyway, if you break the key in it, its not your problem lol

tonyv70d5 · Mar 16th, 2009, 21:40

Beware of forcing the cap because of the risk of spark and explosion. Wood only as a lever! Otherwise up on the tobstone you may see "Silly me"

Tony V70 D5

Mar 16th, 2009, 12:48	#1
Chris740R Premier Member Last Online: May 22nd, 2024 11:32 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cranfield	stuck fuel cap, help! I went to fill up today, and I couldn't get the damn fuel cap to unlock. I'm trying to find the spare key as I type, as the key might just be worn. If that doesn't work how do I get it off? Anyone with a spare one and a set of keys PM me.

Mar 16th, 2009, 14:35	#2
surrey_man Premier Member Last Online: May 26th, 2016 23:05 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Dulwich London	only thing i can think if is to drill out the lock and then go ebay for a lockable cap Petrol stations sell them Yuck temp push in caps __________________ '01 Silver V70 2.3 lt Pasted volvos '92 Silver 940se Turbo Easte 7 Seater 2.0lt BF200FT '94 Green 850 GLT 2.5lt 7 seater '97 850 CD T5 2.3lt full leather 7 Seater

Mar 16th, 2009, 18:57	#4
surrey_man Premier Member Last Online: May 26th, 2016 23:05 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Dulwich London	yea sorry to say i cant think off any other way __________________ '01 Silver V70 2.3 lt Pasted volvos '92 Silver 940se Turbo Easte 7 Seater 2.0lt BF200FT '94 Green 850 GLT 2.5lt 7 seater '97 850 CD T5 2.3lt full leather 7 Seater

Mar 16th, 2009, 20:58	#5
jpliddy VOC Member Last Online: May 3rd, 2024 14:15 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: stoke on trent	jpliddy hi . i was on supermarket carpark the other day a lady pensioner in a 940 was struggling to unlock her petrol cap i went to her aid at first i thought the locks had it .but after a while of trying the cap came off once you determine which way unlocks just keep turning anti clockwise as it can decive you .they can catch you out as with the lady and nearly myself. its a long shot but worth a good trying nice and steady. hope it may work regards jpliddy

Mar 16th, 2009, 21:34	#9
NI_Volvo_Nut Volvologist Last Online: Dec 6th, 2023 11:13 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bangor - Norn Iron View Photos By: NI_Volvo_Nut	I borrowed my da's car once with using the spare key, and no key for the fuel cap, i was able to use the front door key of the house to open it lol If the lock is not coming off without force, whats have you got to loose by trying the key and a pair of plairs?? the garage is doing the job anyway, if you break the key in it, its not your problem lol __________________ What's the matter with the car I'm driving? Can't you tell that it's out of style? Should I get a set of white wall tires? Are you gonna cruise the miracle mile?

Mar 16th, 2009, 18:51	#3
Chris740R Premier Member Last Online: May 22nd, 2024 11:32 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cranfield	I think thats what I'm going to have to do. Its going in the garage on friday for a wheel alignment. Hopefully it has enough fuel to get there and they can do it. I have no power tools down here.

Mar 16th, 2009, 21:01	#6
rippedoffagain Premier Member Last Online: Nov 16th, 2019 18:20 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Yorkshire	If the cap is bust and needs replacing anyway, will it not force open if you ram a flat blade screwdriver into the key hole and turn it? Or will that just turn the whole lot without freeing it?

Mar 16th, 2009, 21:04	#7
Chris740R Premier Member Last Online: May 22nd, 2024 11:32 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cranfield	Its like a medicine bottle top. Unless its unlocked it just spins around freely. I've tried both keys now, neither worked. I forced it as far as I could without risking snapping the key.

Mar 16th, 2009, 21:17	#8
rippedoffagain Premier Member Last Online: Nov 16th, 2019 18:20 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Yorkshire	What about good ol' WD40? I've just used it in the key holes on the doors, as they were all stiff as anything. Now it is like new.

Mar 16th, 2009, 21:40	#10
tonyv70d5 New Member Last Online: Aug 20th, 2015 21:41 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: London	Jammed fuel filler cap. Beware of forcing the cap because of the risk of spark and explosion. Wood only as a lever! Otherwise up on the tobstone you may see "Silly me" Tony V70 D5

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