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How to Open Fuel Flap on Audi A3

Model: Audi A3 8V, MK 3 - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Fuel cap

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How to open the fuel flap on an Audi A3? Open the fuel flap located on the left side of the car's body by pressing on it with your finger. Once you locate the fuel cap, unscrew it and remove it from the tank opening (attach the cap to the flap).

After refuelling, screw the cap back onto the tank opening. Close the fuel flap (press the flap until you hear a click).

Unlock the doors to open the flap.


Updated on 17 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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