Fuel Fuel Filler Cap - Page 26

HondaRob · 24th May 2007, 14:57

Hi,

Its fitted correctly, but is has a charp edge, when locking the fuel cap, its easy to catch the edge or end of your finger.

Anyone else had this issue?

Pottsy · 24th May 2007, 15:15

Rob,

Does it look exactly like this?
New fuel filler cap mod from Honda

Which bit is the sharp bit that gets you?

apemonkeyman · 24th May 2007, 15:15

I have always gripped the cap by the central raised ridge (some may call it the handle

) so my fingers never come into contact with the spring clip.

HondaRob · 24th May 2007, 15:21

Pottsy,

Its the same gadget, but mounted the otherway round and site well proud of the flat black plastic surface.

If i had time i would photo.

MC Hammer · 24th May 2007, 18:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by HondaRob

Pottsy,

Its the same gadget, but mounted the otherway round and site well proud of the flat black plastic surface.

If i had time i would photo.

Rob in that case it's fitted incorrectly and you will scrape your fingers unless it's corrected.
2 choices, Ask your dealer to fix it or do it yourself.
I'm sure they dealer would want to know that he's doing it wrong though and you hurt yourself.

HondaRob · 25th May 2007, 09:12

Pottsy,

Please see attached photo, as you can see, the gadget sits well proud of the fuel filler recess, hence my injury.

richierich · 25th May 2007, 09:58

Its fitted the wrong way....well different to mine, see photo below.

25052007.jpg

HondaRob · 25th May 2007, 10:05

the odd thing is it has never ever failed since its been fitted. I know it working as the flap failed to open the first time i tried to fill up (and about three other times)

Pottsy · 25th May 2007, 10:22

HondaRob, as has been stated above it is fitted incorrectly. 30 seconds with a torx headed screwdriver to get it fitted correctly (as per RR's photo or here). When you tighten it up, push the spring rearwards, to get the best fit.

This is how it should look and spring open:

filler3.jpg

PS who was the numpty dealer?

HondaRob · 25th May 2007, 10:27

can i name and shame?

Pottsy · 25th May 2007, 10:43

Of course. Naming dealers actions is only restricted to making sure it's the truth, and I suspect that your photo is good enough evidence...

Charles_Harding · 25th May 2007, 10:49

My refitted flapper thingy hs been fitted similar to RR's, but MIllie's one seems to be a little closer to the locking peg.

Still liable to damage a digit tho'!

Must get me duster out!

"Feng Shui is the ancient Chinese art of getting gentlemen to put the toilet seat top lid down again!"

Charles H.

generationgav · 25th May 2007, 10:55

I can't quite believe that! Ridiculous...and they're supposed to be the experts!

HondaRob · 25th May 2007, 11:14

Name and shame - Brindley Honda Birmingham. If this is their stuff up, they can be shamed, but in their defence, they have been excellent with the condition of the car when purchased, the service provided, p/x value and some other bit's n bob's so by no means are they shady, perhaps is was their numpty junior that did it.

I think a trip to the dealer to sort this out is required in order to bring it to their attention.

Charles_Harding · 25th May 2007, 11:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by HondaRob

Name and shame - Brindley Honda Birmingham. If this is their stuff up, they can be shamed, but in their defence, they have been excellent with the condition of the car when purchased, the service provided, p/x value and some other bit's n bob's so by no means are they shady, perhaps is was their numpty junior that did it.

I think a trip to the dealer to sort this out is required in order to bring it to their attention.

Looking at your picture, HR, I would think that the device has been fitted in the correct place, but installed the wrong way round!

Hope that the case, other wise your filler area's gonna look like a Polo mint training camp

"My church is moving forward. They now accept all denominations, fivers, tenners, twenties, even fifties!"

Charles H.

HondaRob · 25th May 2007, 12:00

I've had a quick look at the fixing position and it seems correct, just that the clip is installed backwards.

If anyone else has this issue, watch your fingers...!

Charles_Harding · 25th May 2007, 12:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by HondaRob

I've had a quick look at the fixing position and it seems correct, just that the clip is installed backwards.

If anyone else has this issue, watch your fingers...!

Even in the correct position it can catch you fingers!

So be careful out there!

Lucky we don't have to fill up much!

"I don't believe in miricles, I rely on them!"

Charles H.

barryjohn · 5th June 2007, 09:57

Had My Filler Cap Replaced And Also Since Had A New Spring Fitted During Service No Problems Yet With Opening!

Topcat · 5th June 2007, 15:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by barryjohn

Had My Filler Cap Replaced And Also Since Had A New Spring Fitted During Service No Problems Yet With Opening!

I had mine replaced once and havent had a problem but apparently now my car has a recall on it for the spring to be fitted so it is being done at service.

czechplastik · 5th June 2007, 16:11

I was unable to make the appointment to have mine fixed but now I don't think I need to. Its worked first time, every time for the last few months.

25th May 2007, 10:49	#512 (permalink)
Charles_Harding Civinfo guru Join Date: 14th August 2006 Location: S.E. London Posts: 3,298 Thanks: 113 Thanked 27 Times in 26 Posts iTrader: (0)	My refitted flapper thingy hs been fitted similar to RR's, but MIllie's one seems to be a little closer to the locking peg. Still liable to damage a digit tho'! Must get me duster out! *"Feng Shui is the ancient Chinese art of getting gentlemen to put the toilet seat top lid down again!"* Charles H. Last edited by Charles_Harding; 8th January 2008 at 12:12.

25th May 2007, 11:14	#514 (permalink)
HondaRob Wheelnut Join Date: 4th May 2007 Location: Midlands Posts: 83 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Name and shame - Brindley Honda Birmingham. If this is their stuff up, they can be shamed, but in their defence, they have been excellent with the condition of the car when purchased, the service provided, p/x value and some other bit's n bob's so by no means are they shady, perhaps is was their numpty junior that did it. I think a trip to the dealer to sort this out is required in order to bring it to their attention. Last edited by HondaRob; 25th May 2007 at 11:20.

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HondaRob Wheelnut Join Date: 4th May 2007 Location: Midlands Posts: 83 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Hi, Its fitted correctly, but is has a charp edge, when locking the fuel cap, its easy to catch the edge or end of your finger. Anyone else had this issue?

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Pottsy Administrator Civinfo master Join Date: 10th April 2006 Location: Leics Posts: 5,496 Thanks: 22 Thanked 173 Times in 102 Posts iTrader: (0)	Rob, Does it look exactly like this? New fuel filler cap mod from Honda Which bit is the sharp bit that gets you?

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apemonkeyman Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 2nd February 2007 Location: Gloucester Posts: 665 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I have always gripped the cap by the central raised ridge (some may call it the handle ) so my fingers never come into contact with the spring clip.

24th May 2007, 15:21	#504 (permalink)
HondaRob Wheelnut Join Date: 4th May 2007 Location: Midlands Posts: 83 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Pottsy, Its the same gadget, but mounted the otherway round and site well proud of the flat black plastic surface. If i had time i would photo.

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richierich Smell My Cheese! Rocketship door handle Join Date: 17th May 2006 Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire Posts: 1,847 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	Its fitted the wrong way....well different to mine, see photo below. 25052007.jpg

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HondaRob Wheelnut Join Date: 4th May 2007 Location: Midlands Posts: 83 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	the odd thing is it has never ever failed since its been fitted. I know it working as the flap failed to open the first time i tried to fill up (and about three other times)

25th May 2007, 10:22	#509 (permalink)
Pottsy Administrator Civinfo master Join Date: 10th April 2006 Location: Leics Posts: 5,496 Thanks: 22 Thanked 173 Times in 102 Posts iTrader: (0)	HondaRob, as has been stated above it is fitted incorrectly. 30 seconds with a torx headed screwdriver to get it fitted correctly (as per RR's photo or here). When you tighten it up, push the spring rearwards, to get the best fit. This is how it should look and spring open: filler3.jpg PS who was the numpty dealer?

25th May 2007, 10:27	#510 (permalink)
HondaRob Wheelnut Join Date: 4th May 2007 Location: Midlands Posts: 83 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	can i name and shame?

25th May 2007, 10:43	#511 (permalink)
Pottsy Administrator Civinfo master Join Date: 10th April 2006 Location: Leics Posts: 5,496 Thanks: 22 Thanked 173 Times in 102 Posts iTrader: (0)	Of course. Naming dealers actions is only restricted to making sure it's the truth, and I suspect that your photo is good enough evidence...

25th May 2007, 10:55	#513 (permalink)
generationgav Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 29th May 2006 Location: Manchester, UK Posts: 807 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader: (0)	I can't quite believe that! Ridiculous...and they're supposed to be the experts!

25th May 2007, 12:00	#516 (permalink)
HondaRob Wheelnut Join Date: 4th May 2007 Location: Midlands Posts: 83 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I've had a quick look at the fixing position and it seems correct, just that the clip is installed backwards. If anyone else has this issue, watch your fingers...!

5th June 2007, 09:57	#518 (permalink)
barryjohn Valve Cap Join Date: 28th January 2007 Posts: 10 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Had My Filler Cap Replaced And Also Since Had A New Spring Fitted During Service No Problems Yet With Opening!

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czechplastik King of the rodeo Civinfo guru Join Date: 24th October 2006 Location: Belfast Posts: 4,685 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader: (0)	I was unable to make the appointment to have mine fixed but now I don't think I need to. Its worked first time, every time for the last few months.