Opening/closing the fuel filler door

2026 Kia Tasman fuel filler door operation image. The fuel filler door located above the rear wheel is highlighted in cyan, and a red arrow points to its rear center edge. Explains the function of opening or closing the fuel filler door by pressing the indicated area.
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2026 Kia Tasman fuel filler door image. The fuel tank cap is highlighted in teal and labeled as (1). A red arrow points left, indicating the direction to close the door. Explains the location of the fuel tank cap and the operation to close the fuel filler door.
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  1. Fuel tank cap

Simple operation

To open or close the fuel filler door, do one of the following:

  • Press the rear center edge of the fuel filler door.

  • To remove the fuel tank cap , turn it counterclockwise

  • Close the fuel filler door by pressing rear center edge of the fuel filler door.

Operation

  1. Turn the engine off.

  2. Ensure the all doors are unlocked.

  3. Press the rear center edge of the fuel filler door.

  4. Pull the fuel filler door out to fully open.

  5. To remove the fuel tank cap (1), turn it counterclockwise. You may hear a hissing noise as the pressure inside the tank equalizes.

  6. Place the cap on the fuel filler door.

  7. To install the fuel tank cap, turn it clockwise until it "Clicks".

  8. Close the fuel filler door by pressing rear center edge of the fuel filler door.

TIP

If the fuel filler door does not open under certain conditions, such as an electrical malfunction, contact a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

Fuel Filler Door Open Warning

When the fuel filler door is open, a message appears on the cluster. Close the fuel filler door cover, press gently to return it to its original position, and make sure it is firmly closed.