See if this link will work

http://bit.ly/Hbvfg6

either way.... go to o'riely, advanced auto, auto zone, etc, they'll get you one. Should be $15 - $20, max. Most do not allow you to use the strap but you could probably rig something up.

 

I hate that strap, I wonder why they don't have the cut-out in the door like on the Ram truck? Any gas cap would fit that and hang, and easier to deal with too.

 

Is it not difficult to syphon gas from modern gas tanks?

 

I asked the dealer about a locking cap and was told that it's close to impossible to siphon gas out of the Patriot as is, so save the money. I haven't yet tried to prove him wrong, maybe when I'm bored I'll give it a shot.

 

I was not able to do it. My plan was to steal my own gas, and then put it back in the tank. Different types and sizes of tubing was used but nothing worked. Seriously though, I had the same concern about people stealing my gas, so I tried to see how easy it was.

 

All new vehicles, 2010 or 2011 and up have vapour recovery systems in place.
This was to avoid each gas station from having to install the vapour recovery system in the pumps.

Now, I read this a while back, can't remember where and memory is not what it used to be but I'll assume that the apparatus contained in the filler spout will interfere with fuel stealing somehow.

Notice, however, that you can't smell fuel while gassing up a new vehicle anymore?
I do. Plus mine makes a different sound as it nears full...different from my XL7 for instance, no more sound of fuel sloshing in the pipe, just a sort of...sound that is different.

 

Since 2006, not 2010.

 

Well, there you go...thanks.

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I was poking around on eBay (from a link someone posted here) and I saw loads of sellers offering the keyed gas cap...some a key that wouldn't start the vehicle, no chip, and some with the chip and they programmed it to your vehicle so all your keys would both open the fuel cap and start your Patriot.

 

I still bought a locking gas cap to make sure people can't dump crap into my tank. I got the Mopar locking fuel cap, which looks identical to the original one. The only real difference is there is a key hole in the middle and it is keyed to my ignition key. It hangs off the door just like the original one

 

Aussie cars get the locking cap by default. I find stuffing around with the key a bit annoying, and would've preferred a remote locking system on the flap instead. But I suppose the locking cap is more secure.

 

It was $65 on eBay (from a dealer), which does seem a bit high, but included in that price was keying it. I gave them my VIN and they keyed it to my ignition key.

 

Here's a link....



http://www.ebay.com/itm/Jeep-Patriot-LOCKING-GAS-CAP-OEM-factory-new-/180734036393?hash=item2a149689a9&item=180734036393&pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr

This one is in Az but I think there is another one in W Va.

Thanks MrJeep44. I'm going to check with a local dealer first but if they are overpriced I'm going to order one from ebay.

 

I'm going to the dealership tomorrow, I'll try to remember to get a price for that.

 

I also purchased the Mopar locking gas cap that opens with the ignition key, and love the fact that I don't need a separate key to open the cap.

 

A lot of gas thefts I'm hearing about lately involve punching a hole in your gas tank. Maybe because it's too tough to siphon from tanks on newer vehicles? I haven't tried siphoning from the Patriot yet, and it's the only vehicle I have newer than 2006. I don;t actually siphon though, I use a small battery powered pump.

 

Makes me glad I have skid plates . That being said, I'm sure they could go from the side if they really wanted to. Then again if someone is going to punch a hole in a tank, they will probably go for a big truck. Not much point going after a jeep with a small tank. If they are lucky and my tank is at the half way mark, they might get 6 gallons out of the ordeal

 

Latest thing I've heard people stealing are cats. They crawl under the vehicle with a saws all and have the cat off in a minute or two. I believe they tend to target car lots and such though.

 

Yes, and it is freaking EXPENSIVE.

http://www.nationwide.com/catalytic-converter-theft.jsp

http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/2011-04-25-catalytic-converter-thefts.htm

 

I would prefer to steal gas from vhehicles that had large gas tanks. I think that Patriots being so plain looking, do not catch the eye of gas thieves. Is vandalism not covered by auto insurance?

 

Vandalism falls under comprehensive coverage, it's an optional coverage some do not purchase.

 

Then the next question is: if it's not easy to siphon from the Patriot, is it just as hard to dump junk into the tank?

 

As I promised for comparison to eBay sellers, my dealer quoted me at $57.81 for the OEM Mopar locking gas cap, plus a $25 fee for coding/cutting the key.

FYI, apparently all Mopar accessories have taken a decent price cut.

 

That's very interesting the cap is standard in AUS. Here it isn't even an option.... it's a Mopar accessory you have to dig for in some catalog at the service counter (or eBay)