IS300h Fuel Filler Cover Door/Flap Not Staying Closed

[Pandybelly]

Hi,

I joined the Lexus owners last week when I imported a 2017 IS300h Advantage from the UK to Ireland.  

So far, I am very impressed with the refinement of the car and am starting to enjoy the driving experience after 25 years of diesel.  

I do have an issue however, as the fuel filler cover/flap will not stay closed.  I can press it and it appears closed, but when I check it later, it has popped out again.  If I lock the car, then the flap is unlocked.  As its at the passenger side, I have to make the conscious effort to check it every time.  

Any suggestions on how to sort this problem short of visiting a dealer who is 90 miles away?

Thanks in advance,

Anthony.....

[Rabbers]

Anthony:   I had what may well have been the same problem some time ago when I had an IS, and it was quickly solved.   If I remember right 

the mechanic locked the car keeping the flap open, then kept the lock piston inside the rubber concertina pressed down as he unlocked the car

again.  Give this a try and hopefully save yourself a trip to the dealer.   Anyway, I presume the car is still under warranty in case the lock needs

replacing.                                                         

[Pandybelly]

Hi Renato,

Thanks for the speedy response and the tip.  I have tried that and I will see how I get on.  The filler flap appears to be sitting better and more flush with the cars bodywork.  I will know after a few days of locking and unlocking if it has moved.  

Thanks again

Anthony.....

[Pandybelly]

HI Renato,

So far so good.  I have checked the filler flap several times today and its remained in position.  I have opened and closed it a few times and it has remained closed afterwards.

Thanks.

Anthony.....

[Pandybelly]

On 3/27/2018 at 6:50 PM, Rabbers said:

Anthony:   I had what may well have been the same problem some time ago when I had an IS, and it was quickly solved.   If I remember right 

the mechanic locked the car keeping the flap open, then kept the lock piston inside the rubber concertina pressed down as he unlocked the car

again.  Give this a try and hopefully save yourself a trip to the dealer.   Anyway, I presume the car is still under warranty in case the lock needs

replacing.                                                         

Hi Renato,

Thanks for the help.  I have no problems since taking your advice.

Regards,

Anthony.....