Tip for fuel cap difficulty opening.

[pdm1]

Is anyone having trouble opening the fuel cap on ZS hybrid?

I have put a tiny smear of vaseline around the outer most edge of the cap rim, not anywhere near where it can enter the tank.

It has made an amazing difference, doesn't take so much effort to open now. If/when this wears off, I will try using grease.

I note the fuel cap problem has also been discussed on other vehicles MG3, HS etc.

 

[MG Clive]

It'll probably be the same as the MG3 Hybrid.

Thread 'MG3 Hybrid fuel cap is very difficult to open'

Nov 13, 2024

I'm sure others must be having this problem. My wife is unable to undo the fuel cap filler, even I struggle. I have tried tightening it by one click and then undoing it, not sure this makes any difference. I am currently looking into modding some sort of lever/spanner device so my wife can undo the cap. I am told that the tank is pressurised to reduce fuel evaporation, I am sure this contributes to the problem. Has anyone resolved this? If you have please share.

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[NewryZS]

Thought it was just me!! Didn't realise it was a 'thing'