Removing Filler Flap (Module)

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Remove cover -1- from side trim panel.

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Emergency release
Disengage filler flap (module) emergency release -2- .

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Emergency release
Open fuel tank cap -1- .

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Fuel tank cap

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The filler flap (module) will be damaged during removal and must be replaced during installation.
At the marked positions -arrows A- , pierce the module using a screwdriver.

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Locking lugs on inner part of filler flap (module)
Release locking lugs -arrows A- on inner part of filler flap (module).

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Locking lugs on inner part of filler flap (module)
Press rubber sleeve in -direction of arrow B- .

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Locking lugs on inner part of filler flap (module)

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- Remove the filler flap carefully so as not to damage the paintwork on the side wall.
Swivel filler flap (module) -1- out of the body aperture until the electric plug connection -3- is accessible.

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Filler flap (module)

Pull drain hose -2- off the filler flap (module) -1- .

Release and unplug electric plug connection -3- .
Disengage emergency release -1- and remove filler flap (module) -2- .

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Emergency release