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F55/F56 Fuel flap won't secure closed

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Old Oct 24, 2022 | 11:15 AM
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Fuel flap won't secure closed

The pin that pops out and keeps the fuel locked isn't popping out. I left the car with the flap ajar overnight and in the morning it had popped out again, so I used the cable to retract the pin and closed the door, but now it's stuck in the retracted position again.

As far as I can tell you can't force the pin to extend, just retract. Is there any way to lube it--assuming that's the issue--or is there a part that probably needs replacement?
 
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Old Nov 10, 2022 | 11:08 AM
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Welp took it to the dealer and figured it out. Was something so simple that I missed it.

The cable that secures the gas cap had deformed and was preventing the fuel filler flap from closing. Had to replace the cable and the cap.
 
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