gas cap
The gas cap is a small cover you put on the top of your car’s fuel tank. It keeps dirt out and helps the engine run smoothly by keeping the right amount of pressure inside.
A gas cap is a seal that covers the fuel tank opening to prevent contaminants from entering and to maintain proper pressure for the vehicle’s fuel system.
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"and you open the gas cap and the smoke pours out. So I know it had built pressure."
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