Where is the fuel filler switch located on the Roewe RX8?
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The fuel filler switch of the Roewe RX8 is located below the steering wheel, near the A-pillar. Open the car door and press the switch to open the fuel tank cap. For higher trim models, pressing the fuel tank cap will automatically pop it open, making it more convenient. The fuel filler cap of the Roewe RX8 is opened by turning it counterclockwise at a slow speed, which releases pressure before opening. After refueling, reinstall the fuel cap, tighten it, and listen for three clicks to ensure it is securely fastened. The Roewe RX8 is a mid-to-large-sized SUV with a 5-door, 5-seat configuration. Its dimensions are 4923mm in length, 1930mm in width, and 1840mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2850mm.
I used to work at a 4S dealership and am quite familiar with the Roewe model lineup. The fuel filler cap switch for the RX8 is located on the side of the center console to the left of the driver's seat, near your left knee. Look down toward the outer side of your left leg, and you'll find a small button with a fuel pump icon. Just press it directly without twisting – you'll hear a click, and the fuel tank cap at the rear will pop open. This position prevents accidental touches and won't interfere while driving. The only reminder is that the fuel cap can only be opened after turning off the engine – pressing it while the ignition is on won't trigger any response. Many people fail to refuel on their first attempt simply because they overlook this detail.
Last week, I had an awkward moment trying to find the fuel filler switch when driving my friend's RX8. The car has an interesting design—the fuel tank cap switch isn’t located near the floor mat in the cabin like in some cars. Instead, it’s hidden on the center console panel below the left side of the steering wheel, roughly in the area facing your left knee. Just press the rectangular button with the fuel pump icon. Once during a heavy rainstorm, I couldn’t find the switch, and my friend taught me how to operate it blindly: reach your left hand down past the steering column toward the door panel, and feel about three fingers’ width to locate the raised plastic button. Nowadays, most new models don’t have locked fuel filler openings, making refueling much more convenient.
