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How to Open the Fuel Tank of the Volkswagen Up

Model: Volkswagen Up MK 1 - Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
Part: Checks and maintenance

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In today's video, we will see how to open the fuel tank of the Volkswagen Up. This is a very simple and easy operation. First, unlock the vehicle's doors to access the fuel flap.

Then, using the same key you use for ignition, unlock the internal cap lock and rotate it until you can detach it and remove it from its thread. You can then proceed to refuel and follow the reverse procedure to reinsert it and complete the operation.


Updated on 23 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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