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I bought my new 2016 F3 Limited, and I have issues closing the gas door with the key. I have to push really hard on the right side of the gas door to have the key released from the door. I checked the lock (open/close) perfectly when the door is open. When I close it it take me a bit of time to close it and take the key out. Thanks
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 Originally Posted by wengerda
I bought my new 2016 F3 Limited, and I have issues closing the gas door with the key. I have to push really hard on the right side of the gas door to have the key released from the door. I checked the lock (open/close) perfectly when the door is open. When I close it it take me a bit of time to close it and take the key out. Thanks
Our's is the same way .... Just hope it gets easier over time.
2013 F6B
2016 F3 Ltd
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It gets easer with use. 
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Originally Posted by Navvet
Our's is the same way .... Just hope it gets easier over time.
I also put a little grease on the seal and I think that helped. I guess it softened it a little.
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Here's the trick...
When closing, place a thumb on either side of the key and press firmly down till the key pops back to center. It will get better with time 
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Same thing
Thought I was going to break the key the first time! Has been better since we are on 700 miles in 10 days! Should loosen up with time!
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Yep had same issue
Originally Posted by wengerda
I bought my new 2016 F3 Limited, and I have issues closing the gas door with the key. I have to push really hard on the right side of the gas door to have the key released from the door. I checked the lock (open/close) perfectly when the door is open. When I close it it take me a bit of time to close it and take the key out. Thanks
Open gas door: cover opening well: push the rubber gasket spray area liberally with WD40.....then spray key slot liberally with WD40....insert key. and work back and forth, up and down. Haven't had an issue since.
I was concerned that I was going to break my key off it took that much force and dinking around....
I was at 5000 miles and it was not improving so out comes the can of WD40...
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Do not push down on the key or try to turn the key while closing the door. Just push down on the door until it clicks and they key will release. Yes, a bit of silicone based lube in the key slot and on the lock slide with make things move easier.
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I did the WD-40 treatment to the gas door, and now the door is 95% perfect, a little bit of push and it locks. Thank you.
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thought it was just me
I thought I had a defective unit ... the first time was the worst time. Either it is getting easier or I am getting better ... still a pain.
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