Replacing The Fuel Door Spring In A Mitsubishi Lancer

The fuel door spring in a Mitsubishi Lancer is a small metal and plastic part that clips onto the hinge, allowing the fuel door to spring open when released. Over time, the spring can wear out or break, causing the fuel door not to open properly. Replacing the spring is a simple and inexpensive fix that can be done by purchasing a new spring clip with the part number MR970563 from a Mitsubishi dealership or online. The new spring clip can then be installed by clipping or screwing it into place, a process that can be done in under a minute.

The spring that pushes the fuel door open can fall off

The spring is called a "Fuel door clip" and the part number is MR970563. It can be purchased online or from a Mitsubishi dealership. The clip is made of plastic and metal and is easy to install, simply clipping into place.

To replace the spring, first locate the round hole near the hinge of the fuel door. The spring clips into this hole and will cause the fuel filler door to pop open when you push the button inside your car.

You can source the spring from a Mitsubishi dealership or online. Online retailers such as Amazon and eBay offer the part, and it can also be found at pick-and-pull junkyards from older Mitsubishi models.

The plastic piece on the spring's end can break

If you are unable to find the broken pieces of the old spring, you may need to inspect your fuel door to determine where the new spring should be attached. The fuel door clip attaches to a round hole near the hinge. When attached correctly, the fuel door should pop open when you push the button.

Some Mitsubishi Lancer owners have reported that the fuel door clip is prone to breaking, so you may want to consider purchasing several clips to keep in your vehicle as spares.

The spring is called a fuel door clip

The spring that pushes the fuel door open on a Mitsubishi Lancer is called a fuel door clip. This small metal and plastic part clips onto the hinge, causing the fuel door to spring open when released.

The fuel door clip is prone to breaking, often due to the plastic piece on the end snapping. When this happens, the fuel door will not open when you pull the handle. You can buy a replacement fuel door clip online or from a Mitsubishi dealership. The part number for the clip is MR970563.

To replace the fuel door clip, simply clip the new one into place. This can be done in under a minute and does not require any tools.

The part number is MR970563

The MR970563 fuel door spring clip is compatible with the following Mitsubishi models:

• 3000GT (1991-1999)
• Diamante (1992-1996)
• Eclipse (1994-1999)
• Galant (1988-1998)
• Lancer (2003-2006)
• Mirage (1992-2002)
• Montero (2004)
• Montero Sport (1997-2004)
• Outlander (2004-2010)
• Outlander Sport (2011-2013)

The MR970563 fuel door spring clip is also known by the following part numbers:

• MR-970563
• MB642442

The MR970563 fuel door spring clip is available from several online retailers, including Amazon and Mitsubishi Direct Parts. It typically costs around $1-3, although shipping costs may vary.

The spring is easy to replace

The spring can be purchased online or at a Mitsubishi dealership. It is an inexpensive part, costing around $1.43 to $2.69. The Mitsubishi part number is MR970563.

To replace the spring, first locate the round hole near the hinge of the fuel door. The spring clips into this hole and can be easily clipped in or screwed in. It may be helpful to refer to pictures or videos of the process online.

The spring should last the rest of the car's life and is a great, simple fix for a worn-out door popper.

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