Cap Seal, Replacing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The seal must not be replaced for hybrid vehicles and North American Vehicles with gasoline engine.
-- Disengage the loss protection device of the fuel filler door unit.
-- Remove the cap.
-- Pry out the seal -1- using a commercially available plastic wedge.
-- Carefully clean the seal groove and check for damages, for example scratches.
-- Attach the new seal and press it into the seal groove without using tools.
- The sealing lips at the seal -arrows- must not be twisted.
- The seal must not show any tears.
-- Engage the loss protection device on the fuel filler door unit.
-- Install the cap.