Gas cap switch sticking

[Jet86]

When i put the key in to open the cap the key don't want to turn very easy, i thought about oiling it but don't want oil to get in the gas, whats the best way to free up the switch?
i use graphite in my ignition switch and its works good there but i don't know what to do about the gas cap switch?.

[connie1]

I used graphite in the gashole tumbler and it seemed to work well (and no threat of solvents in your fuel).

[Jet86]

I used graphite in the gashole tumbler and it seemed to work well (and no threat of solvents in your fuel).

But what about the graphite in your fuel?

[RFH87_Connie]

You guys are worried about oil, and then graphite (along with solvents) in your fuel?  Quite a few people add 2-strock oil to their fuel on a regular and consistant basis.  Graphite?  How much do you really think will make it in the tank?  There are already a good number and quantity of solvents added to your fuel before you put it in the tank.

Edit - Oh yeah, forgot to say I just spray CRC into the keyhole at least once a year.  And do check for corrosion build-up on the catch tab on the bottom of the cap.  This may be where the friction/binding is coming from.  A few people including myself have removed the anti-theft screw just in case it ever gets stuck and you can't turn the key.  It would at least make it a little bit easier to get the cap assembly off.  Its the one in the picture that the yellow arrow points to.

[Uded2me]

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[Jet86]

Thanks, i think i will just use a little motor oil since a few drops is all it will take and as you said how much if any will make it to the gas, probably non, i think i was just overreacting but wanted to be Cautious and see what other people was using.

 

[JDM]

Thanks, i think i will just use a little motor oil since a few drops is all it will take and as you said how much if any will make it to the gas, probably non, i think i was just overreacting but wanted to be Cautious and see what other people was using.

 

 Gas is made from oil. I use a spray lube but I am sure oil will work just fine. The spray lube is a bit easier to use.  WD 40 also displaces water and dries with out a residue thus cutting down on grit and grime that might collect over time.

[wally_games]

I used a spray shot of light weight Remington gun oil on the two locking tabs, another into the key hole itself, then worked it with the key to get the oil into the places it needed to be. Worked great for about 6-8 months, then had to do it again. I'm sure a graphite lock lube would be better, but the gun oil is what I had handy.

[MAN OF BLUES]

the lock tumblers are completley sealed away from the inside of the cap....you won't polute the gasoline with a small sprits of oil.

[Jet86]

the lock tumblers are completley sealed away from the inside of the cap....you won't polute the gasoline with a small sprits of oil.

Thats good to know