So, the C7 gas door solenoid working intermittently bug got me. If you've pulled into a gas station to fill up and the gas door doesn't open, it will send a sense of "fear" up your spine. I took it to a local Chevrolet dealer and was told that the "entire gas door assembly" needed to be replaced. Oh, and this would include the gas door itself, which of course would have to be painted. (Really?)

The question is, has anyone else been told this? I know there are "fixes" out there with suggestions of "plugging the hole" with a "body plug," but I would be interested in ... fixing it. I've googled this to death and all I'm finding is that the solenoid (PN: 22847380) needs to be replaced and you're good to go. The dealer is telling me it's a "fully assembled unit" and that includes the gas door AND the solenoid. So, hmmmmmm... what's the true story? Has anyone had a (dealership) experience to share? Thank you in advance!

 

Welcome to the forums! Not sure if this is any help, Dealerships have become more of parts replacers rather than try to repair something. Most mechanics will run from intermittent problems, for the very reason it`s can be a tough fix. I find it hard to believe the solenoid has an internal short, not impossible. With a test light I would start with the gas door switch itself and the connections behind it. check the connection at the fuel door, clean all contacts (wd 40 works good) making sure everything is clean and tight If the plugs have been played with a lot you might need to tweak the contacts. See what happens good luck