What is this?

falzoony · 19-11-2007, 06:27 PM

I know alot of you AU owners have trouble filling up your tank because the pump keeps clicking, well it drives me crazy. I've tried lots of different servo's and tried holding the nozel different and nothing seems to work. So I thought I would pull back the boot liner and see if there was anything(not that I have any idea what I'm looking for). I found this plastic thing and have no idea what it is, just wondering if anyone can help me out. It looks like some sort of breather but I'm not sure.
Thanks

dishpig · 19-11-2007, 06:32 PM

Flux Capacitor

just joking but I'm a bit lost is the fuel door behind that thing?

Nostalgia · 19-11-2007, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by dishpig

Flux Capacitor

just joking but I'm a bit lost is the fuel door behind that thing?

Flux Capacitor. Its actually a Ford Polarizer. Just joking obviously. I will go and check mine and see if it has the same. Gimme 5.

Abacus · 19-11-2007, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by dishpig

Flux Capacitor

But it's not a De Lorean...

Nostalgia · 19-11-2007, 06:42 PM

Yep mine is Series 1 and it has the same thing. The fuel filler door is behind the solid black plastic bit, this other unknown part has rubber flaps on it ?

falzoony · 19-11-2007, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by dishpig

Flux Capacitor

just joking but I'm a bit lost is the fuel door behind that thing?

In the top pic the plastic part on the right is where the fuel goes down and the thing on the left is what I am unsure of. It has three rubber flaps on the front and it covers some wires and I think a fuel pipe.

Nostalgia · 19-11-2007, 06:47 PM

Thats right but the filler door is behind the other part. I have never noticed it when changing globes. I just saw your post and wondered if my Series 1 had it. IT HAS IT. Im scared now

Burley · 19-11-2007, 06:49 PM

i think it got something to do with air flow....wen i done my boot install i pulled it off for fewq weeks..with it off...driving along dirt roads it filled boot up with dirt

JoesAu · 19-11-2007, 06:50 PM

its a breather

JoesAu · 19-11-2007, 06:51 PM

i always thought that was the breather anyway

toyotaxr8 · 19-11-2007, 06:56 PM

the thing with the rubber flaps on it is used to stop pressure from building up in the cab by venting to atmosphere and then closes to stop dust from entering the cab, its the same thing that is on the Utes (the speaker grills on the back of the cab)

The Monty · 19-11-2007, 07:35 PM

Its there so when you close your doors, you dont have to slam them. Its a breather ^^^^ and what he said.

Nostalgia · 19-11-2007, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by The Monty

Its there so when you close your doors, you dont have to slam them. Its a breather ^^^^ and what he said.

That explains the noise i hear on the passenger side of the car (near the boot) when i shut doors on the drivers side.

falzoony · 19-11-2007, 08:08 PM

Thanks for your responces everyone.

blk_frmnt · 19-11-2007, 09:56 PM

This is all well and good...but damn I wish there was an easy fix for the clickly petrol pump...

falzoony · 19-11-2007, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by blk_frmnt

This is all well and good...but damn I wish there was an easy fix for the clickly petrol pump...

Me to. You need to allow an extra 10 mins when filling up, it drives me crazy

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**Mechan1k** · 19-11-2007, 10:50 PM

Easy fix ... convert it to LPG.
And then you get to use the locking clip ... and not have to hold the nozzle the entire time when filling.

Much cheaper and less annoying than petrol as well.

There ... problem solved .... :hihi:

Dauphin · 20-11-2007, 01:04 PM

I once saw a VN Commodore with its rear bumper missing and it had a massive sound system in the boot. I could see these type of vents around the parts of the car that would normally be covered by the bumper and they were flapping in time with the bass / beat. It was quite amusing to watch and they had the same sort of flaps as this thing.

all4fordau · 20-11-2007, 01:27 PM

The filling problem is an easy fix that takes about 5 mins. Inside the filling socket there is the size reducer that has to be installed by law so only the unleaded fuel pumps can be used. I dont know why these things are still required as there is only unleaded fuel available now???? Anyway, inside this there is a small steel flap that is supposed to open when you insert the bowser nossle and close when you withdraw the nossle. This flap breaks off and becomes stuck in the filler tube. Get a coat hanger, bend the end of it over and go fishing down the tube. Once you have it near the top a pair of long nose pliars will assist you to get it out. I imagine it could be a little fiddely but I was lucky and had it done in 5 mins, with no more filling dramas. Good luck and let everyone know how you get on!!

Mr Hardware · 20-11-2007, 02:32 PM

Mechan1k is right

ayeyew · 20-11-2007, 04:59 PM

Hah!

I never knew other people had this same problem! I thought i was just retarded at putting in petrol

2 days ago, mine filled upto $80 with not even one click, lol.. It actually felt like i had accomplished a big feat, hahaha

InfernoSR · 22-11-2007, 07:19 PM

Dont have the problem here... i use the lower flow bowsers and never have an issue...

**Mechan1k** · 25-11-2007, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr Hardware

Mechan1k is right

:hihi: It is such an easy solution :hihi:

falzoony · 25-11-2007, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by all4fordau

The filling problem is an easy fix that takes about 5 mins. Inside the filling socket there is the size reducer that has to be installed by law so only the unleaded fuel pumps can be used. I dont know why these things are still required as there is only unleaded fuel available now???? Anyway, inside this there is a small steel flap that is supposed to open when you insert the bowser nossle and close when you withdraw the nossle. This flap breaks off and becomes stuck in the filler tube. Get a coat hanger, bend the end of it over and go fishing down the tube. Once you have it near the top a pair of long nose pliars will assist you to get it out. I imagine it could be a little fiddely but I was lucky and had it done in 5 mins, with no more filling dramas. Good luck and let everyone know how you get on!!

I'll give it a go...

Homes · 09-12-2007, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by ayeyew

Hah!

I never knew other people had this same problem! I thought i was just retarded at putting in petrol

Same here!!! look over my shoulder when it happens & there's always somebody looking at me like i don't know what i'm doing. Embarrassing when it's a good looking lady too!

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Originally Posted by ayeyew

2 days ago, mine filled upto $80 with not even one click, lol.. It actually felt like i had accomplished a big feat, hahaha

You should feel proud mate...i know i would

AWD Chaser · 10-12-2007, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by all4fordau

The filling problem is an easy fix that takes about 5 mins. Inside the filling socket there is the size reducer that has to be installed by law so only the unleaded fuel pumps can be used. I dont know why these things are still required as there is only unleaded fuel available now???? Anyway, inside this there is a small steel flap that is supposed to open when you insert the bowser nossle and close when you withdraw the nossle. This flap breaks off and becomes stuck in the filler tube. Get a coat hanger, bend the end of it over and go fishing down the tube. Once you have it near the top a pair of long nose pliars will assist you to get it out. I imagine it could be a little fiddely but I was lucky and had it done in 5 mins, with no more filling dramas. Good luck and let everyone know how you get on!!

Would diesel fit in?

sbcb · 10-12-2007, 08:58 AM

Have to agree with the broken flap in the tank opening, mate had the same problem. He had a mecahnic take the tank out under warrenty to fix it. Would not want to have to pay that bill!! It fixed the problem and the car now fills like it should. Just look in the tank opening for the pump hole, if it looks covered it has the flap in place, if its all clear then then flap has broken and fallen down - good luck!

full house · 10-12-2007, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by all4fordau

The filling problem is an easy fix that takes about 5 mins. Inside the filling socket there is the size reducer that has to be installed by law so only the unleaded fuel pumps can be used. I dont know why these things are still required as there is only unleaded fuel available now???? Anyway, inside this there is a small steel flap that is supposed to open when you insert the bowser nossle and close when you withdraw the nossle. This flap breaks off and becomes stuck in the filler tube. Get a coat hanger, bend the end of it over and go fishing down the tube. Once you have it near the top a pair of long nose pliars will assist you to get it out. I imagine it could be a little fiddely but I was lucky and had it done in 5 mins, with no more filling dramas. Good luck and let everyone know how you get on!!

thanks!

I'll try this!!!

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