— Odie
UPDATE July 9, 2024
(About a month after installing it)
Today, the “Gas Cap” warning appeared. I didn’t even know such warning existed on my 2006 RAM1500. I removed it and reinstalled it. It didn’t help. I know that I could’ve disconnected the battery for 20 min and then tried again, but since I had saved the original gas cap, I reinstalled it. Then disconnected the battery. So I’ll have to wait and see what happens, and if I get another warning like this I’ll just bite the bullet and order a Mopar replacement. I’m returning this one.
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* Original review
After 200+ thousand miles, the original fuel cap on my 2006 RAM1500 Hemi was overdue to be replaced.
This replacement cap is a direct fit, inexpensive, and looks fantastic.
To swap it, all you have to do is un-clip the retainer from the gas cap hinge, and press in the new one. It’s a tight fit, so you may have to use a blade to carefully cut the original clip. I used a pair or automotive retainer removal pliers.
If your check-engine light is on, disconnect the negative battery cable (never the positive) with a 10mm wrench, while you remove the old cap and install the new one. This will reset the computer.
If the check-engine comes back on after a few days, any mechanic with a scanner will tell you the codes or you can do it yourself (there are plenty of videos on how to do this).
BTW, this is also an excellent opportunity to replace the old (and probably corroded) battery terminals, which is super easy to do.
Thank you for reading, and good luck with your project! ????????????
| Brand | ROVIKE |
|---|---|
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Exterior Finish | Aluminum |
| Vehicle Service Type | Cruiser |
| Style | Modern |
| Closure Type | Twist-On |
| Manufacturer | ROVIKE |
| Model | CP-TOP |
| Item Weight | 3.52 ounces |
| Package Dimensions | 3.27 x 3.15 x 2.8 inches |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | CP-TOP |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 52030377AB |
