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Mercedes A Klasse Fuel Flap Release Problem

My 2023 Mercedes A Klasse diesel with 72840 km has a fuel flap release problem. It's unresponsive and gives an error message, affecting other functions. Has anyone else had this? I suspect the linkage is the issue. I was quoted around 210€. Any thoughts on this electrical fault?

4 comment(s)

michael_drache1

That sounds frustrating. I had a similar issue with my A Klasse. Do you hear any clicking when you try to open it? It could be the solenoid. Did you check the fuse box? There's usually a fuse for the fuel filler door. Is the central locking working correctly?

linamiller1 (Author)

No clicking, just silence and the error message. Where is the fuse? And if the central locking wasn't working, wouldn't I have other issues?

michael_drache1

No clicking makes the solenoid less likely, but still possible. The fuse box location is usually in the owner's manual. If the central locking is partially working, it could still affect the fuel door release if they share a circuit. If you've checked the fuses and can't see cable damage, let a workshop diagnose the electrical fault. They'll have the tools to test the release mechanism.

linamiller1 (Author)

A workshop visit fixed it. The release mechanism was faulty. They replaced it, cleared the error, and it works. Thanks for the advice!

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