DBS - Petrol Filler Flap will not close?

[Stickshifter]

As it says any suggestions? Popped it open when cleaning the car today after a run and can't close it now tried locking and unlocking the car but to no joy....any way to re-set maybe a bit confused!!

-S

[Steve*B]

Open the boot, look for the manual release cable on the left side situated through a hole on the boot lining, pull on it a few times and then close the flap. The process only takes a minute or so.

Should keep you closed for a while until your next service.

[Stickshifter]

Brilliant, worked a treat, little thing came out so to speak and closed. Many, many thanks and as you say can wait till next service. Beer on me :-)

-S

[Jockman]

Had similar problem with my DB9 petrol cap and just used the manual release for a short time but even that will eventually stop working.

Next time you are passing Wilmslow let them know and they should be in a position to to quickly fix it for you properly.

I suspect you may be under the full warranty ?? in which case you can take the lazyman option and get them to collect the car, fix, return the car.

[IM NUTS2]

It happens on all models, get some silicone spray and lube the locking catch.

The problem is when removing the fuel pump nozzle small amounts of fuel drip on the catch and dry it out causing it to stick.

[Stickshifter]

OK good advice all yes trip to Wilmslow over half term me thinks...yes still under warranty

[rick-derby-]

IM NUTS2 said:

It happens on all models, get some silicone spray and lube the locking catch.

The problem is when removing the fuel pump nozzle small amounts of fuel drip on the catch and dry it out causing it to stick.

spot on, this also can cause the flap not to open as well, quite a common issue, if it fails to open a good tip is to try the release button whilst the engine is still running, in many cases this will work if it is sticking due to the motor having a bit more pull due to the increased voltage,