NISSAN X-TRAIL T30 2001-2007 FUEL FILLER FLAP RELEASE HANDLE LEVER
NISSAN X-TRAIL T30 2001-2007 FUEL FILLER FLAP RELEASE HANDLE LEVER
Nissan X-Trail T30 2001-2007 / 01-07 Fuel Flap Release Mechanical Lever Universal Fitment: NoThe component shown is a mechanical fuel-filler flap release handle / pull lever assembly with a black moulded handle, metal pivot mechanism and mechanical cable interface. No electrical connector is visible on the supplied component.
No manufacturer part number is clearly visible or independently confirmed from the supplied photographs. We therefore do not advertise an unverified MPN, interchange number or superseded number for this component. Please match the physical design against your existing part.
Actual Item Photographs
These are photographs of the component from the source listing. Please compare every visible feature with the part currently fitted to your vehicle before ordering.
Item Details & Specifics
| Brand | Nissan |
| Vehicle Make | Nissan |
| Vehicle Model | X-Trail |
| Chassis / MK | T30 |
| Listing Fitment Years | 2001-2007 / 01-07 |
| Part Type | Fuel Filler Flap Release Handle / Opener Lever |
| Operation | Mechanical cable-operated pull lever |
| Manufacturer Part Number | Not confirmed from the supplied component photographs |
| Interchange Part Number | No confirmed interchange number verified |
| Superseded Part Number | No confirmed superseded number verified |
| Visible Reference Marking | BA-76 appears handwritten on the pictured component. This should be treated as a stock / identification marking, not a manufacturer part number. |
| Placement on Vehicle | Interior / lower cabin fuel-filler release-control area |
| Material | Moulded plastic/polymer handle with metal pivot, bracket and mechanical linkage components |
| Colour | Black / Silver Metal |
| Finish | Textured black moulded handle with metallic mechanism |
| Connector Type | Mechanical cable interface — no electrical plug visible |
| Universal Fitment | No |
| Performance Part | No |
| Unit Quantity | 1 |
| Items Included | Fuel-filler release handle assembly exactly as shown in the listing photographs |
| Condition | Pre-owned automotive component. Please use the actual high-resolution photographs as the primary condition reference. |
| eBay Item Number | 147507401533 |
| Warranty | 30 Days |
| VAT Information | Sold where applicable under the Global Accounting VAT Margin Scheme. VAT is not separately itemised and no reclaimable VAT amount is available on the invoice. |
What This Component Does
This component forms the driver's mechanical control for opening the vehicle's fuel-filler flap.
- The driver pulls the interior release lever.
- The lever rotates around its pivot mechanism.
- The lever transfers movement to the mechanical release cable.
- The cable operates the fuel-filler flap latch mechanism.
- The fuel-filler door can then be opened for refuelling.
Why Choose the Correct Factory-Produced Component?
Vehicle manufacturers design components around specific mounting points, cable movement, pivot geometry, trim clearances and operating travel. Cheap reproduction parts can sometimes vary in dimensions, material stiffness, pivot tolerances or cable engagement.
Choosing a correctly matched factory-produced pre-owned component can help retain the original fitment architecture of the vehicle while avoiding the cost of replacing larger assemblies unnecessarily.
Selected premium pre-owned vehicle components can provide savings of up to 70% compared with purchasing equivalent brand-new replacement components. Actual savings depend on component type, availability and current market pricing.
Vehicle Compatibility Guide
| Vehicle | Chassis | Listing Years | Verification Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan X-Trail | T30 |
2001-2007 01-07 |
Confirm T30 chassis and compare your existing handle, metal bracket, pivot, mounting points and cable interface with the photographs. |
Registration year alone is not sufficient to guarantee compatibility. Vehicles can overlap around production and registration changeovers. Please verify the T30 chassis designation and physically compare your existing component against the listing photographs.
Will Not Fit / Exclusion Guide
- Your vehicle is an X-Trail T31 generation.
- Your vehicle is an X-Trail T32 or later generation.
- Your existing handle uses a different mounting bracket, pivot arrangement or cable connection.
- The physical profile of your existing component differs from the photographs shown above.
- You are relying only on the registration year without checking the chassis/model generation.
Buyer Matching Checklist
- Confirm the vehicle is a Nissan X-Trail.
- Confirm the chassis/model generation is T30.
- Compare the black release-handle shape.
- Compare the metal bracket shape.
- Compare the pivot mechanism.
- Compare all mounting points and fixing locations.
- Compare the mechanical cable attachment.
- Compare any numbers or markings on your existing component.
- Check every listing photograph before ordering.
- Do not rely solely on automated vehicle compatibility dropdowns.
Buyers are strongly encouraged to verify compatibility against the actual high-resolution photographs and their existing component. Photographs and physical construction should take priority where automated catalogue information conflicts.
Common Symptoms & Diagnosis
Replacement of this handle may be appropriate where the existing component is physically damaged or no longer operating correctly.
- Fuel-filler release lever cracked or broken.
- Handle missing from the interior mounting position.
- Pivot mechanism damaged or excessively worn.
- Cable attachment point broken or no longer retaining the cable.
- Handle movement feels abnormal due to mechanical damage.
A fuel flap that will not open is not automatically caused by the handle. The cable, cable sheath, fuel-door latch, locking mechanism and alignment should also be checked before replacing parts.
Fitting Guide
Recommended Tools
- Plastic interior trim-removal tool
- Suitable screwdriver set
- Small socket and ratchet set
- Long-nose pliers
- Inspection light
- Protective gloves
Installation Steps
Park securely, switch the ignition off and protect surrounding trim and carpet.
Identify the fuel-filler flap release handle and determine which surrounding trim pieces require removal.
Use appropriate trim tools to avoid damaging clips, sill panels or surrounding interior surfaces.
Photograph the existing installation before disconnecting the handle or cable.
Remove the retaining fastener or mounting arrangement securing the existing handle assembly.
Carefully disengage the cable end from the lever without bending or damaging the inner cable.
Check lever shape, pivot, bracket, cable connection and mounting geometry before installation.
Fit the mechanical cable correctly and make sure the cable sheath is properly located.
Refit the handle/bracket and check that it operates freely.
Operate the handle several times and confirm that the fuel-filler flap releases and re-latches correctly.
Estimated Garage Labour Cost
A straightforward replacement may take approximately 0.5 hour where access is normal and no additional cable, latch or trim repairs are required.
| Estimated Time | £40/hr | £60/hr | £80/hr | £100/hr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 Hour | £20 | £30 | £40 | £50 |
Figures are illustrative only and exclude additional diagnostics, damaged trim, seized fittings or separate cable/latch repairs.
We also offer professional fitting directly at our repair facility, subject to workshop availability. Please contact us through eBay Messages before travelling.
Shipping & Dispatch
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VAT Information
Where this transaction is sold under the Global Accounting VAT Margin Scheme, VAT is accounted for within the applicable margin and is not separately itemised.
A separately stated reclaimable VAT amount is therefore not available on the invoice for this margin-scheme transaction.
Returns & Correct-Part Verification
Please verify the component carefully before installation. If you have ordered an incorrect variant, use the eBay return process and return the item in the same condition in which it was supplied.
Where a returned component has been installed, altered, damaged or otherwise returned in a condition that has caused a genuine reduction in value, any permitted refund adjustment will reflect the actual loss in value and will only be applied where allowed by applicable consumer law and eBay policy.
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