Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016, Owner'S Manual

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Fig. 187 Right rear side of vehicle: Fuel cap placed on the open
fuel filler flap.
Please first read and note the introductory information and
heed the WARNINGS →
Introduction
Before refueling, always switch off the engine, the ignition, and all
mobile phones, and leave them switched off until refueling is
complete.
Opening the fuel filler cap
Unlock the vehicle from the outside with the vehicle key or press
the central locking button in the driver door to unlock the
vehicle from the inside → Power locking system .
The fuel filler flap is located at the right rear of the vehicle.
Press on the back part of the fuel filler flap and fold open.
Unscrew the fuel cap counterclockwise and remove. Use the slot
on the fuel filler flap hinge → Fig. 187 to hold the cap while
refueling.
Refueling
The correct fuel grade for your vehicle → Fuel is listed on a sticker
on the inside of the fuel filler flap → Fig. 187 (arrow).