2001 Volkswagen Beetle "manual open gas tank" Questions

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...They both make the sound like they're opening, but it's not. I can only open the trunk manually, with the key. I have to pry the gas tank cover to open. try spraying some lubricant on the

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GAS TANK WILL NOT OPEN Does it have a manual release cable in the rear hatch side panel?

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...manual, and only a description of the problem, I'm wondering if this particular electronical part is something that requires VW service mechanics replace, or is this a simple job that a back yard ...

...manual pull tab in the trunk to open the gas tank flap on the same side of the trunk as the gas tank flap. After it's open, you can of course close the gas lid flap again, but it won't lock again if ...

...open my gas tank. What can i do? I have a 1999 camry and this problem just occurred. read the manual. There should be a cable in the trunk you pull as a manual release. If not pull the trunk lining ...

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open gas tank, car almost out of gas. Switch 30 miles away. Is there an emergency opener in the trunk of somewhere?? Yes, I'm sure the owner's manual shows how to do this. Usually one of the panels in

...open that manually? Thanks for choosing FixYa and welcome. Try going through the trunk. There might be a cord or an access port that you may be able to find to get through. It should be on the same ...

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...open the gas tank to put gas in my car and it wont work, how can i manually get in my tank Use a flat head screwdriver or flat blade and pry the fuel door open. The door is held shut by a spring clip ...

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...open when i engage the switch. the manual explains how to engage the emergency release, however its very confusing and i have not been able to figure it out.... pls help! There is a 4" round disc ...

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...near the tank that acts as a manual release-open the back up and look for a small cable in the same area as the filler. You may also have a blown fuse that is keeping the door opener from

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