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Can not open fuel door on 99 jetta?

There are a few possible causes for this issue:

* Fuel door release cable is broken. This is the most common cause of a stuck fuel door. The cable runs from the fuel door release lever inside the car to the fuel door itself. If the cable is broken, it will not be able to open the fuel door.

* Fuel door lock is jammed. The fuel door lock can become jammed for a number of reasons, such as dirt or debris getting into the lock, or the lock becoming misaligned. If the lock is jammed, it will not be able to open the fuel door.

* Fuel door spring is broken. The fuel door spring helps to keep the fuel door closed. If the spring is broken, the fuel door will not be able to stay closed, and it may come open while you are driving.

To diagnose the problem, you will need to inspect the fuel door release cable, fuel door lock, and fuel door spring. If you are not comfortable doing this yourself, you can take your car to a mechanic.

Here are some tips for repairing a stuck fuel door:

* If the fuel door release cable is broken, you will need to replace it. You can purchase a new cable at an auto parts store.

* If the fuel door lock is jammed, you can try to clean it with a degreaser or a lubricant. You can also try to realign the lock by gently pushing on it with your hand.

* If the fuel door spring is broken, you will need to replace it. You can purchase a new spring at an auto parts store.

Once you have repaired the problem, you should be able to open the fuel door without any problems.