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How to open the flap and the cap of the Volkswagen Golf fuel tank

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 7, Golf 7, Golf VII - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Fuel cap

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Today's step-by-step instructions will show us how to open the fuel cap and flap of the Volkswagen Golf. First, let's move in front of the flap and make sure the door locks are unlocked with the remote control; then press on the end to open the fuel flap, then unscrew the cap counterclockwise to remove it, as shown in the video.

At this point, it will be possible to refuel, then screw the cap back on until it clicks and finally close the outer flap!


Posted on 28 January 2025 by ScegliAuto


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