2004 Z06 Console Lid

[BILLY T]

my console lid only opens about 3 inches.
can hardly get my hand in to open gas lid.
is this normal or is my hinge defective.
thanks,

[Mark_02_Z06]

Originally Posted by BILLY T

my console lid only opens about 3 inches.
can hardly get my hand in to open gas lid.
is this normal or is my hinge defective.
thanks,

I had a problem like that where it was really hard to open. When you get it open, spray the hinge with WD-40. It fixed mine.

[pzdipin]

Mine only opens slightly also. Will have to try the WD-40 thing.

[jdrake19]

Seems like the far side of the lid hits on the seat. Mine has 3 open settings.

3" open

push hard

6" open

push harder

fully open.

[RADARB8]

Mine only has one position...jerk like hell...fully open.

[Melsy]

You'll see that the hinge is kind of "articulated". WD40 once a year is a must. Another great GM design:mad