petrol flap

[FLENG2008]

hi all my petrol flap wont go back in properly
it opened ok but now doesn't clip shut
any one know what it might be
thanks

[FLENG2008]

anyone......

[herby0001]

To me it sounds like the lock/release mechanism on the flap is in the closed position, so not allowing the flap to return. I assume you've tried pressing the release button a few times (by the handbrake)? When it is pressed, does it make any sound, like a short whirring noise? I'm sure you know the noise. If there is no noise, then I'd start there - fuse, power to release motor etc.

[FLENG2008]

To me it sounds like the lock/release mechanism on the flap is in the closed position, so not allowing the flap to return. I assume you've tried pressing the release button a few times (by the handbrake)? When it is pressed, does it make any sound, like a short whirring noise? I'm sure you know the noise. If there is no noise, then I'd start there - fuse, power to release motor etc.

yes i have tried pressing the release button
there is a noise there but it just doesn't clip back in
thanks for your reply, i appreciate it..

[herby0001]

As far as I know, you'd have to remove the trim to access the mechanism and see what's physically wrong with it and why it's stuck in the closed position.

[FLENG2008]

As far as I know, you'd have to remove the trim to access the mechanism and see what's physically wrong with it and why it's stuck in the closed position.

ok do i remove the trim in the boot or the rubber around the petrol flap?
thanks again for the reply

[herby0001]

Access to the actuator unit and release rod is from the inside, so yes, from the boot.