Manually unlocking the fuel filler door
Panel on passenger's side of cargo area
To manually unlock the fuel filler door
1. Open the upper and lower sections of the
tailgate, and fold up the rear section of the
cargo area floor.
2. If the vehicle is equipped with the optional
grocery bag holder, detach the holder's
bands.
3. Remove the corner panel from the floor of
the cargo area.
4. Open the cover in the side panel by pulling
the tab upward/outward.
5. Pull down the insulating material to access
the fuel filler door motor.
6. Move the catch rearward to unlock the fuel filler door lock, or move it forward to lock the filler door.
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