How to Open the Fuel Tank on a Lavida?

[AvaFitz]

Here are the steps to open the fuel tank on a Lavida: 1. The fuel tank cover of the Lavida is controlled by the central locking system. 2. Before opening, unlock the vehicle first, then press the fuel tank cover in the direction of the arrow. 3. Open the fuel tank cover and unscrew the fuel filler cap counterclockwise. 4. Hang the fuel filler cap on the fuel tank cover to proceed with refueling. Additional information about the fuel tank: 1. Once the fuel level in the tank drops to the reserve level, the warning light on the dashboard will illuminate. 2. The display may show a related text message, reminding the driver to refuel as soon as possible. At this point, there are approximately 7 liters of fuel remaining in the tank.

[OMaci]

I'm a veteran driver with a Volkswagen Lavida. The fuel filler cap release is right next to the driver's seat—you'll need to bend down to find it. There's a small lever marked with a fuel pump symbol on the floor by the left side of the seat; just pull it to open. Some older models don't have this feature and require using the key to open the fuel cap, but newer versions mostly have the interior switch. Remember, the engine must be turned off to open the fuel cap; otherwise, pulling the lever won't work. If you can't find the lever, check the owner's manual—don't force the fuel cap open. Try it out in advance when queuing at the gas station to avoid the awkwardness of holding up traffic.

[McAaron]

Last time I drove my friend's Lavida, I encountered the same issue. After fumbling around for a while, I found the switch hidden on the left side of the driver's seat. Just look down near the floor by the door—there's a handle with a fuel tank symbol that you can pull directly. Pretty convenient. By the way, the Lavida's fuel tank is located at the right rear, with an arrow indicating the filler cap position. Some base models require a key to open it, while higher-end versions can be unlocked via the central control button. Always remember to check that no warning lights are illuminated on the dashboard before refueling, just to avoid any other potential issues.

[Anastasia]

The refueling operation for Lavida actually comes in two types. For mid-to-high trim owners, simply locate the black plastic pull ring under the lower left side of the driver's seat, pull it for about three seconds, and the fuel tank cover will pop open. Classic trim owners need to insert the key into the fuel tank cover keyhole and turn it right to open. Remember to unlock by turning the steering wheel left before operating, otherwise, breaking the buckle would be troublesome. It's recommended to check if the fuel tank cover sealing ring has aged before refueling to avoid gasoline evaporation or water ingress. Keep the car lights on during operation to clearly see the switch position.