How do I open the gas tank on a 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe?

I’m borrowing my dad’s Santa Fe, as I’m building a backyard deck and I need a vehicle big enough to haul all the lumber back to my place to get the job finished. I’d like to be a good son and return the Santa Fe to my dad with a full tank of gas, but I can’t figure out how to open the fuel tank door. How do I open the gas tank on a 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Jason Tushinski · Answered on Feb 03, 2023

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

We believe in the maxim it’s the thought that counts, but you’ll want to return the Santa Fe with a full tank—just pull the gas tank door release, located on the floor between the driver’s seat and the driver’s side door on a 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe, to open the gas tank door panel.

Just follow these steps and you’ll be able to return that Santa Fe to your pop with a fuel tank full of gas!

Turn the engine off and make sure all doors are unlocked
Reach down to the floor between the driver’s seat and the driver’s side door
Pull the gas tank door release
Exit the car and head to the rear of the SUV where the gas tank is—the door panel will be open!

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