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How to Open the Fuel Flap in an Emergency on an Audi A5

Model: Audi A5 8T8, 8T3, 8T, 8F - Years 2007-2016
Part: Fuel cap

Today, see how to open the fuel flap in an emergency on an Audi A5. First, unlock the central locking of the vehicle. Next, press the boot release lever or open the boot from the outside. Remove the side carpet cover near the fuel flap. Pull the red lever towards the inside; this will open the fuel flap, allowing you to unscrew the cap and fill up with diesel. If the flap does not open, it indicates a break in the internal cable or spring, which can be fixed by simply replacing it.

Posted on 30 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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