[sshowell99]

It's RED, round, plastic and is located in the trunk, right side, towards the top, behind the side panel, it looks like it can be push in, the cylindrical round cap (about the size of a silver dollar) is extended outward, it has two aluminum rods that go into the plastic body. I have no idea what this could be, does anyone know?

 

[chriswufgator]

Battery disconnect switch?

 

[RedLiner]

I thought it was the emergency fuel filler release

 

[chriswufgator]

I thought it was the emergency fuel filler release

Oh yep, that's probably what it is. I forgot about that.

I've seen cars where people install aftermarket battery disconnect switches to prevent the battery running down if they don't drive the car much, and they're usually red and look something like what he's describing.

But you're right, it's probably the fuel filler door release.

 

[sshowell99]

Sounds right, I'll check it out....thanks.

 

[E500 Benzo]

I thought it was the emergency fuel filler release

bingo... it's saved my ass a few times.

i had to end up lubing the shaft (that's what she said) with some WD40, as my filler flap would often get stuck in the locked position.

 

[aam]

Wow WD40 is amazing, but I never thought using it on the shaft.
Hmmmmmm.
When you used it, was it for going in or going out?
Locked position?
Most likely on the way out.
You dirty dog.
Regards.
aam.

 

[E500 Benzo]

hahaha. let's just say it wouldn't go in properly without lubrication.... im serious

 

[karas]

bingo... it's saved my ass a few times.

i had to end up lubing the shaft (that's what she said) with some WD40, as my filler flap would often get stuck in the locked position.

Just FWIW, I've been told never to use WD 40 around my car as it can ruin the oxygen sensor. I believe that I have seen "oxygen sensor friendly" WD40-like products on the market.

 

[RedLiner]

Just FWIW, I've been told never to use WD 40 around my car as it can ruin the oxygen sensor. I believe that I have seen "oxygen sensor friendly" WD40-like products on the market.

I believe it is the silicone content that does the damage. I've heard that silicone damages the MAF sensor so it's logical that the O sensors can be affected too.

 

[aam]

OK OK I only use WD40 on screws and some emblems cement.
It is not a lubricant.
Regards.
aam.