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Removing and installing lid for tank flap > < Tank flap

A1

Exploded view - tank flap
   
Exploded view - tank flap
1 - Cable for manual release
2 - Bolts
q   1.5 Nm
3 - Tank filler flap locking motor -V 155-
q   Removing:
–  Tank flap removed
–  Detach cable in luggage compartment and pull through towards front.
–  Unscrew bolts from tank filler flap locking motor -V 155- and detach motor.
q   Installing:
–  Fit tank filler flap locking motor -V 155- on tank flap cup and secure with bolts.
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4 - Tank flap
q   Must be renewed following removal
–  Guide cable through opening in tank flap cup.
–  Insert tank flap at an angle until retaining tabs engage at flange in side panel.
5 - Lid for tank flap
6 - Drain hose

Removing tank flap
   
–  First release tank flap at marked locations -arrows-.
  A55-10676
–  To do so, insert a small screwdriver through marked locations into tank flap from below at an angle and over catches (in direction of arrows).
–  Pull screwdriver upwards slightly to release catches behind.
–  Pull tank flap out of opening (one catch at a time).
  A55-10677
Installation position of tank flap
1 - Side panel
2 - Lid for tank flap
q   Adjust distance -A- = 2.2 mm (even distance from side panel).
3 - Tank flap cup
q   Fit onto body flange all around (as shown).
4 - Drain hose
q   Route without kinking

   

Removing and installing lid for tank flap > < Tank flap