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How to Open the Fuel Flap and Cap on a Seat Leon

Model: Seat Leon 5F, MK 3 - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Checks and maintenance

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This guide shows how to open the fuel flap and cap on a Seat Leon in simple steps. First, unlock all the door locks using the remote; then press on the edge of the fuel flap to open it, unscrewing the tank cap counter-clockwise to refuel at the pump, as shown in the video.

At this point, screw the cap back on until it clicks or is fully closed, and finally close the fuel flap!


Posted on 5 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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