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Manual release handle for fuel tank access door

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Check with the pro's here

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Just wanted to check with the pro's here before I contact the shop.
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Replace handle

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My question is can I just replace the handle?
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Replace whole actuator

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You will need to replace the whole actuator.
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Check with the pro's here

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Suggestion · Original poster
Just wanted to check with the pro's here before I contact the shop.
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Manual release handle for fuel tank access door

Replace handle

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Suggestion · Original poster
My question is can I just replace the handle?
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Manual release handle for fuel tank access door

Replace whole actuator

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You will need to replace the whole actuator.
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

When I bought my 1999 996 the manual release handle for the fuel tank access door was missing. My question is can I just replace the handle? and how do you do it. Just wanted to check with the pro's here before I contact the shop.

POST 2Original post

I believe you need to have the engine turned off and key pulled out before the fuel door can be opened. No release.

POST 3 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

In the event the lock actuator fails you can manually open the fuel door with the handle,which is located on the passenger side. The one that was in my car was broke off by the previous owner. Thanks.

POST 4Original post

You will need to replace the whole actuator. DIY is here .

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