Fuel Door sticking closed when pressed

[nancol]

A4 B8 2009 TDI In the last couple of months my diesel fuel filler door has been sticking closed/locked. The only way I can open it is to lock/unlock the central locking whilst tapping the door. Normally, after three or four attempts it will release and then open. I have lubricated the outside parts and it all operates smoothly and latches well. Its only when the central locking is activated again that it refuses to open. I am aware there is a manual pull release inside the boot. I guess I need to get to the locking components in behind the filler neck. How is this best achieved anyone?? Thanks

[Dieseldoos]

Try this thread;

Fuel Flap Help

[nancol]

Thanks for the link that is helpful. Can anyone confirm that if I remove the plastic housing by means of releasing the single torx bolt and the four plastic tabs, I can repair, clean, adjust or replace the solenoid and mechanism from the outside?? Thanks. PS Any pictures??

[Dieseldoos]

The only guide with pictures I have ever seen is this;

Fuel Flap Locking Actuator Replacement - A5_OC

its for an A5 but its basically the same as an A4.