Fuel flap unit, removing and installing (Golf)

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Fuel Flap Unit (Golf)

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

1 - Tank flap unit  

• Removing

• Remove fuel tank cap.
• Press back release rod by operating remote unlocking.
• Remove bolt.
• Remove rubber part of tank filler flange and swivel out fuel flap unit from side panel.

• Installing: 

Assembly piece and actuator element are installed.

• Install fuel flap unit (rubber part rolled up) with hinge side first.
• Bolt in fuel flap unit and assembly piece.

2 - Screw 

3 - Tank flap cup 

• Removing and installing (can only be removed as part of fuel flap unit)
• To remove fuel filler cap, press out securing pin in fuel flap unit

4 - Drain hose 

5 - Side panel 

6 - Release rod 

7 - Actuator for fuel filler flap 

8 - Seal 

9 - Assembly piece 

• Inserted into side panel

10 - Rubber piece