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What to Do If the Fuel Door Is Stuck in the Mercedes CLA?

Model: Mercedes CLA C117, X117 - Years 2013-2019
Part: Fuel cap

In the Mercedes CLA, it may happen that the fuel door gets stuck, for example, due to a malfunction of the actuator or the control button. In any case, you can perform the emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial. First, open the trunk, then locate the panel on the left wall and, by unlocking the respective latch, remove it. Next, locate the indicated red lever, grasp it, and turn it clockwise to unlock the fuel door.

Updated on 6 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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