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How to open a stuck fuel door on the Mercedes CLA?

Model: Mercedes CLA C118, X118 - Years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Part: Fuel cap

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On the Mercedes CLA, the fuel door may become stuck, for example, due to a problem with the control button or the lock actuator. In this case, you can still perform an emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial.

First, open the trunk, then remove the panel located on the left side of the compartment. Next, locate the indicated red lever and press it to unlock the latch.

At this point, you can refuel and repair the faulty component.


Updated on 13 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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