I have a 2003 land rover discovery and the fuel door isnt locking properly. i went ahead and bought the plastic piece to fix that but my question is if the door is supposed to swing open via a spring or something cause mine doesnt seem to do that

 

I don't believe it does. I have an 03 as well. My plastic piece needs replacing. Mine just pops open enough to grab with your fingers to open it. Don't think there's any kind of spring etc.

 

I need that plastic piece, where did you get it?

 

the plastic part just spring it open enough that you can get a grip on it, it does not open the door all the way.

 

Here you go:

Fuel Door Latch (Genuine Part # BPX700010) - Land Rover bolts\clamps\brackets\washers from Atlantic British

 

Some suggest buying two, because you might break the first one during install. I bought two, and it went in fine. I guess I have a spare for my other rover.

 

i was going to suggest buying two but did not want to admit to breaking the first one.

 

same here lol, snapped that sucker clear in half.

 

I was given a tip to soak the plastic clip in hot tap water first and then install

2003 Discovery 124K with high miles service complete

 

Just ordered 2 of them, Thanks.