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Fuel filler flap emergency release

Mercedes-Benz G-Class / Mercedes-Benz G-Class Owners Manual / Driving and parking / Refueling / Fuel filler flap emergency release

The emergency release is located in the cargo


The emergency release is located in the cargo compartment, on the right-hand side when viewed in the direction of travel, behind the rear panel trim.

The vehicle body in the emergency release area has sharp edges. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with the edges on the inside of the vehicle body.

Open the rear door.

Remove edge protection 1.

Remove rear panel trim 2.

► Pull emergency release 3 in the direction


Pull emergency release 3 in the direction of the arrow.

The fuel filler flap is unlocked.

Open the fuel filler flap.

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