Audi A3 Quiz
Body

Emergency Release of the Fuel Filler Flap

In this manual: Body
Owner's Manual — 42Routine Care and Maintenance — 32Engine — 22Engine Cooling System — 9Ventilation, Heating and Air Conditioning Systems — 11Fuel System — 9Fuel Injection System — 4Diesel engine injection system — 5Exhaust System — 9Electronic Ignition and Fuel Injection Control System — 6Charging and Starting Systems — 12Manual transmission — 12Clutch and Drive Shafts — 6Brake System — 13Front Suspension — 5Rear Suspension — 6Steering — 7Body — 70Body Electrical Equipment — 37Wiring Diagrams — 35
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GENERAL INFORMATION

If the central locking system is faulty, the fuel filler flap can be unlocked manually.

PROCEDURE

1. Open the tailgate.

2. Remove the right side trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Trim Panel Removal and Installation.

3. To unlock the flap, pull the loop.

4. Open the fuel filler flap.

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