The thin retaining lugs on the tank cap often break off over time. The tank can then no longer be closed properly. ...
Here you will find instructions on how to replace the fuel filler cap and keep the original lock.
Workload:
approx. ¼- ½h
You will need the following for the exchange:
- Replacement tank cap
- Small slotted screwdriver
- Pliers
![Exchange_lock_tank_cap Tank cap](https://www.be-vanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tausch_Schloss_Tankdeckel-1024x1024.jpg)
First, the old fuel filler cap must be removed and locked with the key.
![Replace_lock_tank_cap 2 Tank cap](https://www.be-vanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tausch_Schloss_Tankdeckel-2-1024x1024.jpg)
Then use the pliers to pull the plug out of the new tank cap
![Replace_lock_tank_cap 3 Tank cap](https://www.be-vanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tausch_Schloss_Tankdeckel-3-1024x1024.jpg)
The seal of the old cover can now be levered out with the screwdriver.
![Replace_lock_tank_cap 4 Tank cap](https://www.be-vanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tausch_Schloss_Tankdeckel-4-1024x1024.jpg)
There are smaller lugs on the sides of the three retaining lugs that hold the white inner part. Lever out with feeling here too.
![Replace_lock_tank_cap 5 Tank cap](https://www.be-vanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tausch_Schloss_Tankdeckel-5-1024x1024.jpg)
The small white cover on the back of the lock can now be removed
![Replace_lock_tank_cap 6 Tank cap](https://www.be-vanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tausch_Schloss_Tankdeckel-6-1024x1024.jpg)
The lock catch can now be pressed in with the screwdriver
![Replace_lock_tank_cap 7 Tank cap](https://www.be-vanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tausch_Schloss_Tankdeckel-7-1024x1024.jpg)
With the lock held, the lock can now be pushed out forwards with the pliers (a second person is recommended here).
![Replace_lock_tank_cap 8 Tank cap](https://www.be-vanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tausch_Schloss_Tankdeckel-8-1024x1024.jpg)
The lock can now be pulled out of the old fuel filler cap
![Replace_lock_tank_cap 9 Tank cap](https://www.be-vanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tausch_Schloss_Tankdeckel-9-1024x1024.jpg)
Insert the lock into the new tank cap and the tank can be properly closed again