Volkswagen Tiguan 5N Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cap Cover Deep Black - C9X

Volkswagen Tiguan 5N Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cap Cover Deep Black - C9X is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, designed for factory installation in the first-generation Tiguan model. Finished in an elegant, pearl black shade, it ensures a consistent look with the body paint and restores the aesthetics of the vehicle's side panel following damage or a collision.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5N0809857D-DBL
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5N0809857D-DBL
• Substitutable numbers: 5N0809857D-DBL, 5N0 809 857 D-
• Color: Deep Black Pearl Effect - C9X
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the component

The offered fuel filler flap is dedicated to the Volkswagen Tiguan 5N series and is an integral part of the fuel filler housing. It is responsible for protecting the filler neck from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage, while maintaining the body line consistent with the manufacturer's design.

Thanks to its factory geometry and precise profile, the cover works seamlessly with the hinge and flap opening mechanism, allowing for the proper operation of the entire fuel filler assembly without the need for modifications.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in Deep Black Pearl Effect – C9X, the pearl black color used as standard in the Volkswagen paint range. This color selection allows for an aesthetic match to the bodywork with the same paint code, reducing the need for additional painting or allowing for minimal corrective work.

The pearl structure of the paint provides a characteristic depth and gloss, ensuring the cover blends harmoniously with the remaining body panels, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and restoring the car's original appearance.

Installation characteristics

As a part from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, the flap is designed for installation in the factory mounting points of the Tiguan 5N body. The appropriate edge shaping and correct bending radius ensure proper fitment with the fender and the maintenance of even panel gaps.

The original origin of the component promotes compatibility with standard accompanying parts, such as the hinge, opening spring, or locking mechanism, which facilitates service and reduces body repair time.

Condition and service application

The cover is a used component, making it a cost-effective solution for economical repairs where the priority is to maintain an original Volkswagen part at reasonable service costs. This type of component is suitable for both local body and paint repairs and for the comprehensive reconstruction of the side body zone after damage.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory design, the cover can be used as a replacement for a damaged fuel filler flap, restoring the proper operation of the filler closure and the vehicle's aesthetics without interfering with the body structure.

Technical support and additional resources

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as flaps, covers, or additional accessories, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen fuel filler flaps and accessories category.

To better understand the importance of a properly functioning fuel filler in the context of the entire fuel system, it is worth reading the guide on diagnostics and operation – it is discussed in detail in the article "Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration".

If you are assembling a wider set of original used components for body or fuel system repairs, the practical shopping guide on the comprehensive selection of used car parts in one place may also be helpful, as it suggests how to effectively combine different elements into a single order.