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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing actuator

This page gives the procedure for removing the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 tank flap actuator: remove the tank flap unit first, access the connector by removing the right luggage compartment side trim, then separate the connector and pull the actuator free.

Removing and installing actuator

Removing
–  Removing tank flap unit → Chapter
–  To get access to connector, remove right luggage compartment side trim → General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.70
–  Separate electrical connector -4-.
–  Pull actuator -1- out of side panel -arrow a-.
Installing
–  Assemble connector -4-.
–  Attach grommet -3- to side panel.
–  Push actuator -1- into side panel -arrow b-.

    Questions & answers

    Removing and installing actuator — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    How do I remove the Golf Mk7 tank flap actuator?
    Remove the tank flap unit, access the connector through the right luggage compartment side trim, disconnect it, unbolt the actuator and remove.
    What does the Golf Mk7 tank flap actuator do?
    It electrically locks and unlocks the fuel filler flap as part of the central locking system. When you lock the car, the actuator secures the flap.
    Removing and installing fuel tank flap
    Removing –  Push tank flap -1- out of catches of tank flap unit -2--arrows-. –  Remove tank flap. Installing ...

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