9000 L4-1985cc 2.0L DOHC (1986)
Fuel Filler Cap: All Technical Service Bulletins
Fuel Filler Door - Use of Manual Release
FILE IN S.I. Man
VOL. I
SEC. B-8
PG. 7
Service Information
SUBJECT:
MANUAL RELEASE FOR THE ISSUE: 07/86-857 FUEL FILLER DOOR
APPLICATION: 1986 9000
The fuel filler door locks and unlocks with the operation of the central locking system. From VIN Serial No. G1020300 a provision was introduced to
allow opening the fuel filler door in the event of a central lock system failure or a loss of electrical supply.
Be sure to point out this feature to a new owner as the car is being delivered.
Unlocking the Filler Door
1.
Remove the single screw from the air vent and remove the vent.
2.
Reach in through the opening and grip the push-pull rod (see arrow). Slide the rod towards the rear.
The filler door is now unlocked.
3.
Re-fit and secure the air vent.