[mapreader]

Today we stopped to fill for the second time, and my husband had a very difficult time getting the gas cap off. When we filled the first time it didn't seem that difficult. When replacing the cap I turned it till it clicked once. Also, the whole fill spout assembly seems to be loose. Is this normal?

Ann

 

[KTPhil]

It may shift position when pressed, that is normal. If it rattles loosely, that is not normal.

 

[hyperion]

If you mean the whole assembly that the fill pipe is attached too is loose that is definately not normal..... (at least, mine is rock hard.)

 

[mapreader]

Thanks for the responses. Wes can take it in this week and have it checked.

Ann

 

[janets98]

The fill spout on Phoebe wiggles when I'm trying to get the nozzle out. Also, the nozzle seems to fit extraordinarily tight. It's a struggle to remove it every time I fill up. I've gotten used to it but it's a royal pain in the pants.

 

[evander]

I thought I was the only one having trouble unscrewing the gas cap. Each fill seems to be a little different from the one before, but none as easy as my other cars.

 

[elect1960]

gas cap

I haven't had a problem getting the cap off, But the whole assembaly does seem loose :?:

 

[mapreader]

Wes thinks he might have been over turning the cap. I haven't tried it yet. We also were surprised with how tight the nozzle fit, but I presume that's because of the bladder and the fume recovery system.

Ann

 

[Susan5s]

If you have had the fuel gauge TSB or if your Prius was manufactured with the new tank neck, the loose feel is normal. I asked the same question after the dealer did the TSB and replaced the neck (and the gauge - see other posts) and was told that the new neck sort of floats and will feel "wiggly" when you put the nozzle in.

Susan