How to Open the Fuel Tank of a Buick Regal?

[VanGemma]

The fuel tank of the Buick Regal can be opened by pressing the fuel tank cover when the car is unlocked. The Buick Regal is a mid-size sedan under SAIC-GM Buick, with a body length, width, and height of 4904mm, 1863mm, and 1461mm respectively, a wheelbase of 2829mm, and is equipped with a 9-speed automatic manual transmission. The Buick Regal is powered by a 1.5T 169-horsepower L4 engine, with a top speed of 205 km/h, a maximum power of 124 kW, a maximum torque of 250 Nm, a front suspension type of MacPherson independent suspension, a rear suspension type of multi-link independent suspension, and a body structure of unibody.

[StLuke]

When driving my old Buick Regal, I noticed the fuel filler door release is a small lever near the floor by the driver's left foot, marked with a gas pump icon. You must unlock the car before refueling, otherwise the fuel door won't budge. The most embarrassing moment was during my first refueling when I couldn't find the switch - I circled the car three times before discovering this hidden feature. By the way, most current Regal models feature capless fuel systems where you can directly insert the nozzle without searching for any release. Though even in newer models, the fuel door remains locked if the car isn't unlocked - a pretty smart safety feature.

[McAthena]

Last time I refueled my bestie's Regal, it was quite an experience. When you sit in the driver's seat, first look for the lower left area of the steering wheel. See that button panel with the car icon? Just press the one with the fuel tank symbol - you'll hear a click and the fuel filler door pops open. But remember, the engine must be turned off for this to work, otherwise pressing it won't do anything. Some newer models are more convenient - just shift to Park and you can press the fuel door directly to open it. However, this car's fuel filler is on the right side, so you need to position the car correctly before opening the cap. Last time I parked the wrong way and had to stretch the fuel hose three meters to reach it.

[LeVincent]

Over the years with my Buick Regal, I've mastered its fuel tank release mechanism. Simply press the right side of the fuel door when the car is unlocked - no need to fumble for an interior button. Always turn off the engine before refueling, as the electronic system automatically locks the fuel door when it detects the engine running. I've heard higher trim models feature proximity sensors that automatically open when the key approaches the rear. But for pre-2014 models, there's usually a manual release lever hidden under a black dust cover in the driver's door storage compartment - you'll need to feel around carefully for it.