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Volkswagen Passat - Video tutorial

Model: Volkswagen Passat 3BG, B5 - Years 1996-2005
Part: Checks and maintenance
Operation: How to perform emergency unlocking of the fuel flap of Volkswagen Passat b5

The guide shows you how to emergency unlock the fuel flap of the Volkswagen Passat b5. The first step is to open the boot of the vehicle and open the compartment on the right side. Unscrew the small fixing screw of the protective plastic panel placed on the top of the same; remove the panel to gain access to the door electric motor. The release is carried out by pulling the small control rod located on the rear part of the electrical assembly. At this point it is possible to manually operate the opening of the compartment.


Posted on 15 September 2022 by ScegliAuto



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