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How to Open the Fuel Cap on a VW Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf VII, MK 7, Golf 7 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Fuel cap

Let's see how to open the fuel cap for refuelling on a Volkswagen Golf. First, open the fuel flap located on the left side of the car body (press the click of the flap to open it); you will find the black plastic fuel cap: unscrew it and remove it from the tank opening (attach the cap to the flap). After refuelling, tighten the cap onto the tank opening. Close the fuel flap using the designated button (press the flap until you hear the click of locking).

Updated on 13 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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