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    4. : Why is the fuel cap locked on the Volkswagen Polo?

Why is the fuel cap locked on the Volkswagen Polo?
Years 2009-2017

Answer

If the fuel cap of the Volkswagen Polo is locked, possible causes are: faulty actuator, faulty actuator wiring, blown fuse, slightly jammed opening mechanism, and therefore trying to spray silicone grease to clean the mechanism.
Posted on: 19 June 2023 by ScegliAuto

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