Fuel cap

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VICTORIA GIPSON
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I have a locking fuel cap and no key, if I buy a new fuel cap same type as the one in my car will the key work for the old one?
Jun 30, 2018 at 9:10 PM
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HARRY P
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No it will not. You will have to break the old cap off. What I have done in the past is to take a flat head screwdriver and tap it into the keyhole using a hammer. Then twist and pry until the cap breaks in two pieces. Then use a pair of pliers to unscrew the bottom. Hope this helps. Let us know if you need anything else.
Jun 30, 2018 at 9:53 PM
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