Cant open oil filler cap

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04-14-21, 06:09 AM

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sha4000

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I just use the channel locks or vice grips. The oil cap is ALWAYS in there tight.

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04-15-21, 06:50 PM

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Channel locks. Also, a trick for opening this and any jars: If you try and it won't budge, keep pressure on it for about 10 seconds. The bonds of the seal will slowly break and release the cap/lid.

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04-24-21, 05:06 AM

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Originally Posted by LexBob123

I open the flap door, and can not twist the oil filler cap on my SWB 2014 LS. I dont want to use channel locks, afraid it might break. Has anyone had this problem and have a solution?

Any update yet on the oil fill cap?