Ashtray lid will not stay closed

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Nov 3, 2007 | 10:51 AM

jcarboy

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Ashtray lid will not stay closed

Does any one know how to fix an ashtray lid that will not stay closed? I do not think it is a matter of adjustment. I think the ratchet mechanism has worn out since it used to stay closedbut has gotten progressively worse.

Thanks.

2003 X-Type.

Nov 5, 2007 | 08:59 AM

sbxt

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RE: Ashtray lid will not stay closed

The side of the ashtray has a plastic peg that moves inside of a track to lock it closed, and then open the next time it is pushed. If that sticks, then it wont lock in the closed position. I would take it apart and clean the track and peg really well, and maybe hit it with some spray lubricant like WD-40. That should solve the problem for you.

Nov 5, 2007 | 09:34 AM

bojangles

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RE: Ashtray lid will not stay closed

WD is just kerosene... not good for plastic. I think the mechansim works best clean and dry..
Mine did the same thing. I took the ashtray out and just fiddled with it for a few mins and has worked for 6 months now....

could be a small piece of dirt or something got pushed out of position .. take a look it should be obvious..

Nov 5, 2007 | 01:20 PM

SpartanX

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RE: Ashtray lid will not stay closed

Join the club jcarboy. I just use velcro...

Dec 6, 2012 | 06:33 PM

wesmc2

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Carboy, did you get it fixed? Mine is doing the same. I hesitate to take it apart without guidance. Small plastic things and my mongo hands don't do well together.