Fuel cover stuck or latch not working? Help

When you pull the lever, does it move at all? You might be able to get a tool to retract the pin, but I'd go to a dealer.

 

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Assuming by "cover" you mean door, that's a problem those of us in the midwest see after awhile. It's caused by the spring going dry from exposure to the elements, sand, and salt. Usually, it takes a few years. But a brand new one could have simply could have come without any/enough lubrication.

Just have someone pull the lever as you push on the door.

Then spray it with a few shots of WD-40.

 

My spring, bent metal on 2001 Prius.
I stick a small rubber ball under the lever after I pull up on the lever, so it stays pulled up, while I go out and open the gas door.

 

Thanks, John. Still useful info for my 2006, 12 years later. Saved me from crawling under the car to tighten the cable.