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Product Description

OE Equivalent Fuel Tank Cap

Application Summary

1979-1973 Volkswagen, Beetle, 4-Cyl. 97, Fuel Cap

Features & Benefits

  • Fuel Caps are zinc-plated and dichromate dipped for superior corrosion resistance. Some models are made from rugged plastic
  • EEC Fuel Caps meet OEM specifications & Federal and State Emission Requirements
  • Two-way action pressure relief/vacuum relief valve allows fuel tank to "breathe" while preventing the escape of fuel fumes
  • Seals are compounded from fuel-resistant rubber
  • Exterior Fuel Caps have attractive chrome-plated finish

Product Attributes

Grade Type OE Performance
Type OE Equivalent Fuel Cap
Lockable No
Cam Type Threaded
9849 Non-Vented
9833 2.52 IN
Thread Diameter 1.78 IN
Depth 2.53 IN

Additional Information

Harmonized Tariff Code (Schedule B) 8708998180
Country of Origin (Primary) MX
UPC 00072053415667
VMRS Code 044001002
UNSPSC 25172408

Part Interchanges

GATES 31617 Cross Reference

We have 1 alternatives for the 31617 by GATES:

Fits Vehicles

  • Volkswagen Squareback (1973)
  • Volkswagen Fastback (1973)
  • Volkswagen 412 (1973-1974)
  • Volkswagen 411 (1972)
  • Volkswagen Super Beetle (1972-1979)
  • Volkswagen Karmann Ghia (1971-1974)
  • Volkswagen Sedan (1973-1979)
  • Audi Fox (1976-1979)
  • Volkswagen Beetle (1966, 1973-1979)
  • Volkswagen Dasher (1976-1981)
  • BMW 733i (1978)
  • BMW 630CSi (1977-1978)

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