Fuel Door: Service and Repair

WM 553719 Removing and installing filler flap

Technical values






Removing filler flap





1. Open filler flap -3-.





2. Unscrew fastening screws -2- and withdraw filler flap until fastening clip for securing cord is accessible.





3. Release and unclip fixing clip -4- ( -arrows A- ).





4. Remove filler flap -3-.





Information

- The tank cap with securing cord remains on the vehicle.

Installing filler flap





1. Clip in fixing clip -4- until the locking tabs -arrows A- audibly engage.





2. Position filler flap -3- on side panel cut-out.





3. Screw in fastening screws -2- hand-tight.





4. Check gap dimension to side panel and adjust if necessary by moving the filler flap. => Gap dimension: 2 mm+/-0.3 mm
5. Tighten fastening screws -2- to specified tightening torque. => Tightening torque: 8 Nm (6 ftlb.)





6. Check locking mechanism of filler flap actuator.

Test and adjustment values

Information

- The figures showing the gap dimensions can be obtained => Diagram of gap dimensions.