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Defective gas cap release solenoid on an electronic release

An electronic gas cap release uses a solenoid to convert electric current into the motion of opening the cap. If the solenoid is defective, the electric current may still pass through, but the gas cap will not open.

This article was last edited on June 20th, 2010 at 1:26 PM
Category: Interior and Accessories