How to Open the Fuel Tank of a Volkswagen Passat?
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The fuel tank cap of the Passat is located on the passenger side. To open it, first turn off the engine and unlock the car doors. Then, go to the side where the fuel tank cap is located and press it gently to open. The fuel tank cap of the Passat is prone to damage, so be careful when opening and closing it. Here are solutions if the fuel tank cap cannot be opened: 1. Start from the trunk. First, remove the liner covering the fuel tank inside the trunk. The liner is usually secured by some plastic clips and can be easily pried open with a screwdriver. 2. After removing the liner, you can see the locking mechanism of the fuel tank cap and the cable used for remote operation. Simply pull the cable to open the fuel tank cap. 3. If this doesn't work, press the movable part of the locking mechanism while continuously pulling the cable, and the fuel tank cap will open easily.