Audi A4 A5 A6 A7 Q5 Q7 Open Stuck Fuel Door Release

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If you're dealing with a stuck fuel door on Audi A4, A5, A6, A7, Q5, or Q7 models, you can try the following steps to open it:

Check for a Manual Release Lever:
Some vehicles have a manual release lever or cable inside the trunk or cargo area near the fuel door. Look for a lever or cable and pull it to manually release the fuel door.

Use the Central Locking System:
Ensure that the central locking system (door locks) is functioning properly. Lock and then unlock the vehicle using the key fob or the door lock button inside the car. Sometimes, this can reset the mechanism and allow you to open the fuel door.

Check for a Fuse Issue:
Verify that the fuse related to the fuel door release is intact and not blown. Refer to the vehicle's manual to locate the fuse box and the specific fuse for the fuel door release mechanism.

Apply Gentle Pressure:
While pressing the fuel door lightly, try to unlock the car again using the key fob or the door lock button. Sometimes, a little pressure on the fuel door while unlocking the car can help release the latch.

Contact Audi Service:
If the above steps don't work, it's advisable to contact an authorized Audi service center or a qualified automotive technician. They can diagnose the issue and provide a safe and appropriate solution to open the stuck fuel door.

Remember to exercise caution and prioritize safety while attempting to open a stuck fuel door. If you're unsure or uncomfortable performing any of these steps yourself, it's best to seek professional assistance.

[InternetPwnDept]

I had this exact same issue over the weekend. Fuel hatch wouldn't open, and the emergency release didn't work on my 2012 A6. After watching this video, I ordered a similar plastic crowbar off Amazon and used WD-40 as mentioned above...it worked flawlessly! Thank you so much, you saved me a very expensive tow!

[MadDog]

Thanks for this excellent instructional video! Could not locate the pull cord in the trunk of my 2013 RS5 and was concerned I’d have to get a tow to the dealership. Instead of WD40, I used Houdini lock lubricant. Used the straw to get beside the latch and blasted it from several directions then pushed on the fuel door while locking and unlocking the car. It popped free after about ten cycles. You’re a lifesaver!

[hajimes-orange-juice]

This video is sheer genius. I had the same problem:the fuel hatch for my Audi Q5 wouldn’t open. I tried following the instructions in the Audi user manual: I found the red loop inside the panel in the trunk., pulled it and nothing happened. I then used a flat screwdriver (carefully) and sprayed WD-40, as this video suggests: worked like a charm.

Many thanks to the person who posted this video: you’re a genius

[bjohnsonsv]

Thanks to the original poster! This is the only video I could find online that shows this problem. Every other video tells you to do what the MANUAL tells you...pull the red cord....RTFM first, people! Mine was stuck with 10 miles of gas left! Pulling the cord did not work for me. In the case of my 2018 A5, the actuator has completely failed, , but this video gave me the idea to use plastic trim removal levers to do this job. You buy them at Harbor Freight for $10 or less. I ended up using 2 levers - one slid under the door under either side of the actuator, and appled equal pressure until it popped free of it's hole in the fuel door and opened. I used blue painters tape all around the edge of the fuel door for extra precaution against chiping the paint. I am (was) a pro mechanic, and I must say, I had to exert a bit more pressure than was comfortable to avoid damaging the fuel door, but it worked and nothing in the door broke. Now I need to replace the actuator, but at least I can fuel up!

[izybella]

After looking like an idiot at the gas station today, I will definitely try this. Thank you!

[knives]

Dude thanks a million! I rounded off the locking tabs to bypass the system. Gotta use my fingernails to open the door, but not getting locked out again. Once again, thank you!

[AncientAussie]

I had this issue yesterday on my 2018 Audi Q5 with 80 miles fuel range left and three days before the dealership was again open - happened the day after Thanksgiving. I found this Youtube video very helpful because it showed what could be done to open the stuck fuel door. The only issue I had with it was first the emergency opener inside of the trunk did not work and no matter how much force I applied to the door with the motorcycle tire iron (with protective cloth wrapped around it) to lever and pop the door open, was that it wouldn't pop open - I was afraid the door would bend or distort permanently. I persisted and just kept applying more and more leverage and force till it finally did pop open. I had used a LOT of WD40 and it was all over the place. It appeared to me that the latch had 2 tabs on its end and that it appeared one had broken off when the door popped open. I am now not going to close it all the way till I can get it to the dealership.

[thisfool]

I love the flex of parking on a nice looking rug

[montystevens]

Had this issue on one of my Q7's. $15 for the part on eBay and 20 minutes of labor and we were in business again. Just use that same plastic pry tool to remove the entire assembly from the the car and the switch is right there held on by 2 torx screws.

[Giannett]

Excellent instructions!!! My daughter was caught off guard with the issue at the gas station with my 2013 A7. Thank you very much for posting the video.

[lmaitland]

Just like everyone else, Our 2016 Q3 got stuck. Still felt like it might break if I pried to hard. But WD40 helped. Do you have a video on replacing the activator? Awesome video

[colehaberman]

If emergency hatch doesn’t work, try pulling the hatch and give the cap a little bit punch in and it should pop open, or have someone do that while you pull the hatch, worked for me

[jackdavis]

Thanks sir Audi in Nashville TN tried to charge me 700 bucks to do that!!!! Geez!!!

[DDGR]

Had this recently happen to my 2012 A7.

I tried WD40 on the actuator lock but it didn't do much, when locking or unlocking I'd hear just a pop noise, nothing else which made me believe it had fully conked out, as in completely gone.

The other method I used was with a small flat head, to try rotate the plastic end part of the actuator lock to get it to unlock but it was seized shut.

What did work was basically using a flat head screw driver enough to pry the door open, it took quite a bit of force and pulling but eventually, after breaking a part of the plastic on the door that holds the locking part of the actuator it did finally open up.

As for the coloured door part, I removed this afterwards but broke off 4 clips, they're quite small and due to age no doubt fragile, so they broke.

However I plastic welded them back on, and it appears the door slides off to the left of the housing rather then pulling straight off, so if this was to happen to anyone in the future I'd say try the WD40 method for sure, it might be that your fuel cap is dirty and or has a bit if grit blocking its functioning.

But if I was to repeat all this again I'd first remove the coloured door by simply sliding it left, to avoid breaking clips.

Then you have clear vision to the inner section of the locking part of the actuator and the door that it locks with.

A drimmel tool would work great to getting the part of plastic you need to cut out, which is another thing I had to do in order to get it to sit right, as mine had stopped in the open position meaning the flap wouldn't fully be seated.

Beat of luck to anyone that encounters this, I had 20 miles range so it was a desperate situation but learn from my mistakes.

[cryptojedi]

Thanks for the video! WD40 worked like a champ! But, now got to replace the switch.

[StephenGaukrodger]

Thanks very much! The WD40’ing the crap out of it worked.
The release cord was not working either so the WD40 saved the day.
My blood pressure has returned to normal!!

[jameshuggins]

not all superheroes wear capes. you're a gentleman and a scholar.

[taylorsmail]

Thank you for the video! Only had to watch the first minute, thanks for showing the red cord! Just pulled that and it fixed!

[jajessee]

Thanks for taking the time to do this.

[parisgodfrey]

Got a 2012 Audi q7 can’t open mine and tips please