Gates 05-09 Ford Expedition Locking Fuel Cap

A locking fuel cap from Gates, part number 31842. The job is simple: it closes the filler neck and only comes off with the key. Which Ford it fits is the open question on this one, so read Fitment Notes before you order.

Why Upgrade to a Locking Fuel Cap

• The cap locks, so the filler neck stays shut to anyone who does not have the key.
• [VERIFY: keys in the box, vented or non-vented design.]

Fitment Notes

Our fitment data lists this cap for the 2014 Ford F-150, Base and Raptor. The title calls it a 05-09 Ford Expedition cap, and those two do not line up. [VERIFY: the title says 05-09 Ford Expedition, our coverage data says 2014 Ford F-150 Base and Raptor; confirm which vehicles part 31842 actually fits before ordering.] Nothing else can be confirmed as a fit or a no-fit from our data.

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Install and Honest Talk

There are no install details on file for this part. Check the included instructions for how it seats on the filler neck and how the lock is keyed. The tradeoff is the lock itself: every fuel stop now needs the key in your hand, and a lost key means a cap you cannot open at the pump. If you have never wanted a lock on your tank, a plain cap is the simpler life. What else you need: [VERIFY: number of keys in the box, whether the cap is vented, and whether it triggers a loose-cap or check-engine warning on your truck.]

Specs

• Brand: Gates
• Part number: 31842
• Part type: Fuel Caps
• Quantity: [VERIFY: number of caps and keys in the box]

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Missing or damaged items

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Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exceptions / non-returnable items
Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as food, flowers, or plants), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items), and personal care goods (such as beauty products). We also do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.

Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.

Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.