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Fuel Door Release Actuator: Service and Repair


WM 553819 Removing and installing actuator for filler flap

Technical values





Removing actuator for filler flap





Installation position of actuator for filler flap

1. Open the filler flap.
2. Removing actuator





Removing actuator for filler flap

2.1. Unscrew the fastening screws -1- and pull the actuator out by approx. 10 mm -Arrow A-.
2.2. Turn the actuator approx. 90° clockwise -Arrow B- and remove it -Arrow A-.

Installing actuator for filler flap

1. Inserting actuator





Inserting actuator for filler flap

1.1. Use a small screwdriver to move the lock peg into installation position -Arrow A-.
1.2. Place the actuator on the lock peg -Arrow B-.
1.3. Turn the actuator approx. 90° anti-clockwise at around 10 mm in front of the installation position -Arrow C-.
2. Push the actuator in fully and secure with the fastening screws -1-. => Tightening torque: 12 Nm (9 ftlb.)





Securing actuator for filler flap

3. Close the filler flap.