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How to open the fuel tank cap of the VW Scirocco

Model: Volkswagen Scirocco MK 3 - Years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Fuel cap

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Today we will explain how to open the fuel cap of the Volkswagen Scirocco mk3 model. Before opening the tank cap, it is necessary to unlock the fuel door.

To do this, we must unlock the vehicle by pressing the remote opening button and opening the vehicle. Stand in front of the fuel door and press on it to open it. After opening the fuel door, turn the cap counterclockwise to remove it and have the possibility to refuel.

If it is a gas vehicle, we must necessarily insert the key inside the tank mouth before inserting the pump.


Posted on 18 July 2025 by ScegliAuto


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