{"product_id":"33431","title":"113-809-939 VW Beetle Gas Door Release Cable - 1971-1972 German","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eGas Door Release Cable (German) – 113-809-939\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"4\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e113-809-939\u003c\/b\u003e is a vital restoration component for the 1971 and 1972 model years. Over decades of use, the original internal steel cable can fray or corrode, leading to a \"frozen\" gas door or a limp release handle. Replacing a failing cable with this German-sourced unit ensures that you won't be stranded at a gas station with a fuel door that refuses to pop open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThe cable features the correct end-fittings to interface directly with the factory interior handle and the spring-loaded latch at the fuel filler neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eDetailed Vehicle Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVW Super Beetle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e1971, 1972\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eProduct Highlights \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003eSolid Steel Wire:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides maximum pull-strength with zero stretch for immediate latch engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003eOEM Fit and Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Direct replacement for the original part number, requiring no modifications to the latch or handle assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 113-809-939\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e Fuel Door Release\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\"\u003eFitment:\u003c\/b\u003e 1971–1972 Super Beetle (Sedan \u0026amp; Convertible)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\"\u003eLubricate Before Install:\u003c\/b\u003e While the cable is out of the car, drip a small amount of light machine oil or cable lube into the housing and slide the inner wire back and forth. This ensures a lifetime of smooth, \"one-finger\" operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\"\u003eCheck the Latch Spring:\u003c\/b\u003e If the door still won't pop open after installing the new cable, check the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/3236\" title=\"111-809-931 VW Beetle Fuel Filler Door Spring (1968-1979)\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"99\" data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\"\u003eGas Door Latch Spring\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. If the spring is missing or broken, the cable will pull the latch back, but the door won't have the tension needed to swing outward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e113-939\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e113939\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e113809939\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WEST COAST METRIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47373518307615,"sku":"113-809-939","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/8797\/1103\/files\/thumb_809_113809939.jpg?v=1773161995","url":"https:\/\/shop.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/33431","provider":"IPC - Import Parts Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}