HEV Fuel flap release

Faults and Technical chat for the Kia Niro
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NiNiro
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Post by NiNiro »

Noticed that 1/2 the times I refuel the fuel flap sticks. A few taps of the button sometimes works (the solenoid always seems to make the same sound) but other occasions tapping the flap externally is required to free the lock.

Will be bringing this up at next service or sooner if becomes more of an issue.

NiroSpike
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Post by NiroSpike »

I had the same problem and tried various lubricants with no success. Told garage on my next service and they simply 'tightened' the spring and it works every time, first time now! Hope this helps
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