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How to open the fuel tank cap of the car

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Fuel cap

Opening the gas tank cap on any car is a simple and quick operation to perform independently, thanks also to our short videos that show you the correct position of the fuel door opening lever that allows access to the tank. To open the fuel door, we must lift the lever with the fuel symbol located at the bottom of the dashboard. After opening the fuel door, we rotate the cap counterclockwise to open it and refuel. We then close the cap and the fuel door by pressing on itself. Many cars do not allow the fuel door to be opened if the key is not inserted into the ignition.

Posted on 5 June 2025 by ScegliAuto

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