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How to Open the Fuel Filler Cap on a Volkswagen Golf

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

Hello, today’s goal is to understand how to open the fuel flap on your Volkswagen Golf. Start by exiting the vehicle. Even if the car doors are already unlocked, press the release button on the key fob. After this, press on the fuel flap. This will correctly release the fuel cap. Once this step is completed, you can manually open the fuel flap on your Volkswagen Golf, successfully finishing the procedure.

Updated on 15 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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