2G fuel cap cover broken

[bodhi_boyd]

hey folks,
the little pin that pokes out to keep my fuel cap cover closed is busted. After taking a look at it for a little bit I don't really know how to take it off and replace it, if that's even possible. I was wondering if anybody might have any idea about how to go about fixing it.

 

[2gmitsueclipse]

Could you post a picture of what you are referring to?

 

[bodhi_boyd]

hey folks,
the little pin that pokes out to keep my fuel cap cover closed is busted. After taking a look at it for a little bit I don't really know how to take it off and replace it, if that's even possible. I was wondering if anybody might have any idea about how to go about fixing it.

yeah sorry bout that

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[Mello]

When mine broke I had to buy a new OE one from Mitsubishi. You get to it from inside the trunk under the interior panel.

 

[MJBean420]

Just out of curiosity, how much did a new OEM one cost, Mello?

 

[2gmitsueclipse]

You could check with JNZ, but a quick search found these:


Part Number# MB023335

• http://www.ebay.com/itm/1995-1999-Mitsubishi-Eclipse-4g63-420a-Fuel-Filler-Door-Latch-Assy-NEW-OEM-/371049878276?fits=Make:Mitsubishi|Model:Eclipse&hash=item56644bd304:g:fvwAAOxy0x1TWOc~&vxp=mtr

• http://www.ebay.com/itm/MITSUBISHI-MB023335-GENUINE-OEM-LOCK-/171821589685

• https://www.rtmracing.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18732

• http://www.mitsubishipartssource.co...ssy-Release-lever-Rear/49034039/MB023335.html

• http://www.discountmitsubishiparts.com/OEMParts/mitsubishi-141/M/MB023335.html

 

[Mello]

Not much. They're pretty inexpensive. See 2gmitsueclipse above. He did all the work for you all.

 

[19Eclipse90]

Been there... raided a junkyard for spares.

That whole piece comes out; it is held in by two built in and opposing retaining clips. With enough convincing (wedge/screwdriver), it will pull straight out through the gas filler area. The cable latch is like your throttle body cable -- get enough slack, twist the piece around to align the cable with the groove above the white paint mark and it will slide right out. Helpful hint: don't let go of that cable if you don't want to tear apart your interior trying to find it again.

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[bodhi_boyd]

sweet! thanks guys for all your help, i'll see about scrounging one up somewhere!