Opening The Tank Cap; Closing The Tank Cap - Volkswagen Tiguan Owner's Manual

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Filling the tank
The tank flap is located at the rear right-hand side of the vehicle
Different engines require different fuels. The factory-fitted sticker on the inside of the tank flap indicates the required fuel type for the vehicle.
Filling the tank
Fig. 228 Illustration: tank flap opened with tank cap.
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
Always switch off the engine, the auxiliary heater
tank and leave them switched off while filling up.
Information on the capacities is provided in the chapter

Opening the tank cap

The tank flap is at the rear of the vehicle on the right
Unlock the tank flap using the vehicle key or the central locking button
Press the rear of the tank flap to open it.
Turn the tank cap anticlockwise to remove it and place it in the holder in the tank flap.
Filling the tank
The correct fuel grade for your vehicle is shown on the sticker on the inside of the tank flap
The fuel tank is full when the properly operated automatic filler nozzle clicks off for the first time
Do not continue filling the tank after it switches off. The expansion space in the fuel tank will otherwise fill up and the fuel could spill out

Closing the tank cap

Screw the tank cap clockwise into the filler neck until it clicks into place.
Close the tank flap. It must be flush with the vehicle bodywork.
WARNING
Do not continue filling the tank once the filler nozzle stops automatically. The fuel tank could be overfilled. This can cause fuel to splash out and
overflow. This can cause fires, explosions and serious injuries.
NOTICE
Remove spilt fuel from all vehicle components as quickly as possible in order to avoid damage to the vehicle.
→ Exterior views
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→ Introduction
→ Auxiliary heating and ventilation
, the ignition and your mobile telephone before filling the
→ Technical data .
→ Exterior views .
in the driver door
→ Central locking and closing system
→ Fig. 228
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