Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles

How to Open the Fuel Filler Cap in a Volkswagen Jetta?

Model: Volkswagen Jetta A7, MK 7 - Years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Part: Fuel cap

See other generations:
Video tutorial

In this tutorial, you will see how to open the fuel filler cap in a Volkswagen Jetta, a very simple operation that follows the typical procedure of most vehicles. First, unlock the doors using the remote control, then open the driver's door and press the button depicting the fuel pump, located below the grab handle.

Next, go outside the vehicle, fully open the flap, and unscrew the cap. Once refuelling is complete and the cap is screwed back on, close the flap by pressing it gently.


Updated on 3 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

Volkswagen Jetta (2010-2018 / MK 6, A6) The Volkswagen Jetta, like many cars, has an automated fuel door opening. In this type of car, there is no button or lever to open the fuel door, as …
Volkswagen Jetta (2018-2025 / A7, MK 7) The 2020 Volkswagen Jetta with central locking does not allow the driver to open the fuel door if the vehicle is not unlocked. To open the fuel door …
Volkswagen Jetta (2005-2010 / MK 5, A5) In this tutorial, you will see how to open the stuck fuel flap on a Volkswagen Jetta, a very simple operation to perform if the actuator or the contr…

Other guides you may be interested in

Where to Find and How to Remove the Spare Wheel of a Peugeot 5008?

The spare wheel of a Peugeot 5008 is located under the rear of the vehicle. To remove it, you need to lift the third row of seats to access the fixing bolt that holds the spare wheel in position. Using the correct spanner, proceed to unscrew the fixing bolt until the wheel is no longer secured. At this point, you can extract the spare wheel from underneath the vehicle. Once you have completed this step, you are free to fit the spare wheel. Ensure you correctly remount the spare wheel and securely tighten the fixing bolt when you are finished.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos