Some car models use fuel levers to open the fuel door while others don’t. If you’ve never driven a Hyundai Elantra before, you might be confused about how to open the fuel door. This is a comprehensive guide on opening the fuel door of a Hyundai Elantra
2020 – 2022 Models
- Beneath the driver’s seat, close to the edge, is a fuel door lever.
- Pull the lever upwards, and the fuel door will pop open.
- To open the fuel cap inside, turn the cap handle counterclockwise.
- After, return the cup to its original position and turn clockwise to close.
- Close the fuel door to lock it automatically.
2010 – 2019 Models
- Ensure your car is unlocked.
- Press the rear end of the fuel door inwards.
- The fuel door will pop open.
- To open the fuel cap inside, turn the cap handle counterclockwise.
- After, return the cup to its original position and turn clockwise to close.
- Close the fuel door to lock it automatically.
FAQs
Are all recent Hyundai Elantra models equipped with a fuel tank release lever?
No. Not all Hyundai Elantra models have a fuel door release lever. If your Hyundai Elantra doesn’t have a fuel door release lever, use the key fob to unlock the car, then press the fuel door inwards to open.
Where is the Hyundai Elantra fuel release lever located?
Unlike car models with the release lever on the driver’s footrest below the dashboard, Hyundai Elantra’s fuel release lever is located beneath the driver’s seat.
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