Skip to content
View in the app

A better way to browse. Learn more.
Ford Owners Club - Ford Forums

A full-screen app on your home screen with push notifications, badges and more.

To install this app on iOS and iPadOS
  1. Tap the Share icon in Safari
  2. Scroll the menu and tap Add to Home Screen.
  3. Tap Add in the top-right corner.
To install this app on Android
  1. Tap the 3-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner of the browser.
  2. Tap Add to Home screen or Install app.
  3. Confirm by tapping Install.



Join the Independent Ford Owners' Club

Our community has been built by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts, and proudly run by Ford owners' for over 18 years. As an independent, non-official club, everything you’ll find here, advice, support, and opinions, comes directly from members with genuine Ford ownership experience.

Join our friendly community... it's Free!

 

Fuel Flap Not Locking With Central Locking ??

Delano
Delano
in Ford Focus Club

Featured Replies

Hi all,

Any body any ideas where i should start looking for faults to get the fuel flap locking ??

Focus Estate 1.8tdi 2008

  • Quote


    If its got easy fueling then it wont have a lock, or does it have convetional screw on cap under flap?

  • Quote
    • Like 1

    Do you not have to double click the keyfob or something ?

  • Quote

    If it's facelift with easy fuel they leave the little latch retainer on the flap but where the locking mechanism should be there's a blank.

    I think it anti siphon and you can't put anything in there without the Ford filler pipe.

    It puzzled me at first, however, it's still more secure than a plastic lock really.

  • Quote
    • Author

    Thanks guy's, comments have helped !

    I was led to believe it should lock with cental locking, seems weird that it does'nt lock and there is no locking cap on filler pipe, so it couldnt be siphoned unless you had the right diesel sized nozzle to stick in.

  • Quote

    Yes my pre facelift Focus has a cap on it and the petrol filler door locks, but the ST is facelift is easy fuel. door dosnt lock.

  • Quote

    Its the easy fueling thing cant syphone out and you cant even pour anything in either lost a bottle of redex finding out poured straight onto the floor underneath

  • Quote

    Its the easy fueling thing cant syphone out and you cant even pour anything in either lost a bottle of redex finding out poured straight onto the floor underneath

    thats what the emergency fuel filler adapter is for that is supplied with every car, small neck one for petrol and thicker one for diesel

  • Quote
    • Author

    I've got the focus style, will have to aquire an adaptor pipe as well just in case.

    The car had been stripped, at least i was left with a steering wheel.

  • Quote

    thats what the emergency fuel filler adapter is for that is supplied with every car, small neck one for petrol and thicker one for diesel

    If it was supplied with the car the previous owner must have kept it to use as a shewee or summing lol, Need to go and get one just in case

  • Quote

    • Latest Deals

    Ford UK Shop for genuine Ford parts & accessories

    Disclaimer: As the club is an eBay Partner, The club may be compensated if you make a purchase via the club

    Join the conversation

    You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
    Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

    Guest
    Reply to this topic...
    Go to topic listing

    The "Digestive"

    • The Digestive Forum Roundup (31st May - 7th June 2026)

      Steve ·
      The Digestive Forum Roundup (31st May - 7th June 2026) We hope you’re all enjoying your week and finding time for some time enjoying your Ford! This week, our vibrant forum has been buzzing with discussions that touch on a diverse range of Ford models, from the Mondeo to the Fiesta and Focus. Here’s a recap of some key conversations that might pique your interest. Starting with the Mondeo, user Frenchspanner shared a particularly frustrating issue relating to a 'Immobiliser Active' message appea
      Steve
      Steve
      • 91 views





    Background Picker
    Customize Layout

    Account

    Navigation

    Search

    Search

    Configure browser push notifications
    Chrome (Android)
    1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
    2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
    3. Adjust your preference.
    Chrome (Desktop)
    1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
    2. Select Site settings.
    3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.