Fuel Tank Gas Cap - Gates 31748

Product Information

A fuel tank cap, or gas cap, is a component that seals the opening of the vehicle’s fuel tank to prevent fuel vapors from escaping and to maintain the pressure within the fuel system. It plays a role in preventing fuel contamination, maintaining emissions control, and ensuring fuel efficiency.

• Check Engine Light: One of the most common signs of a faulty or loose fuel tank cap is the Check Engine Light illuminating. Common fault codes are P0455 and P0457 with verbiage highlighting the evaporative emissions system.
• Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System Issues: A faulty gas cap can disrupt the vehicle’s evaporative emissions control system, leading to performance issues in the system, triggering error codes, and potentially resulting in emissions test failures.
• Fuel Smell Around or in the Vehicle: If the fuel tank cap is not sealing properly or is damaged, fuel vapors may escape, causing a noticeable gasoline smell around the vehicle, especially near the fuel filler area.

About Gates

Gates Corporation is the world’s leading manufacturer of power transmission belts and a premier global manufacturer of fluid power products. Their highly engineered products are critical components used in diverse industrial and automotive applications. Gates understands that the cost of failure is very high relative to the cost of their products. As an engineering leader with a strong foundation in research and development, Gates is committed to advancing the science of motion performance by developing safe, forward-thinking products, services, systems, and solutions. The company is Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, and employs over 14,000 people across 106 locations in 30 countries. Their core values are Integrity, Accountability, Initiative, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Quality.