Charging Door Issue

Discussion in 'Clarity' started by Omgswify, Aug 3, 2019.

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  1. Omgswify

    Omgswify Member

    Hello all,

    The little door to the charging port has stopped ejecting for some odd reason and I was wondering if anyone else had the same issue ? It gets stuck and won’t eject no matter if I press the charge button in the car or the one on the remote. I’ve resorted to using a thin squeegee/credit card to pry it out while holding the release button.
     
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  3. Rangavasu

    Rangavasu Member

    It happenned to me once for the gas door. I had to push hard and then use the button to release.
     
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  4. Sandroad

    Sandroad Well-Known Member

    For sure a warranty repair. Take it in and then post to the forum about the fix.
     
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  5. neal adkins

    neal adkins Active Member

    i would try a little lubrication on the latch first.
     
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  6. fotomoto

    fotomoto Active Member

    No, this isn't a common issue.

    Yeah this. Any remote opening door can have issues caused by the environment and driving. I'd give everything a good cleaning and then apply some a non-oil, dry lube that doesn't attract dirt.

    If that doesn't work, take it in to the dealer. It could be something as simple as the latching mechanism or cable has loosened up.
     
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  8. MrFixit

    MrFixit Well-Known Member

    If the door doesn't pop open on it's own, but you can push the button and pull it open with a credit card, this implies that the 'latch' is working OK.
    It sounds more like the hinge may be binding a little and the credit card is just enough to help the spring overcome the friction of the hinge, or the spring has lost it's sproing.

    Suggest lubrication of the hinge in some way, and inspection of the spring to see if it is out of place or similar.
     
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  9. Clarity_Newbie

    Clarity_Newbie Active Member

    Omgswify

    There is a mechanical release under the driver side dash behind the OBD port. The handle is yellow in the Clarity I drive.

    Additionally, if you aren't aware...the mechanical release for the trunk is behind the rear seat driver's side and uses the small key stored in your fob.

    And finally...the mechanical release for the petrol lid is inside the trunk, left side under the "warning...fire risk" cover.

    Hope this helps.
     
    Last edited: Aug 5, 2019
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  10. neal adkins

    neal adkins Active Member

    Thanks for the info. I had heard some of it before but need occasional reminders.
     
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  11. Omgswify

    Omgswify Member

    Thanks for all the input. I’ve found that the root of the cause was that I was improperly closing the charging door by slamming it shut instead of just lightly closing it. Whenever I slam it shut the hinge is probably not engaged properly.
     
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