VW Golf Mk7 Fuel Filler Fill Flap Cover Cap Indium Grey Metallic - R7H

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

VW Golf Mk7 Fuel Filler Fill Flap Cover Cap Indium Grey Metallic - R7H is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. Thanks to the factory Indium Grey Metallic R7H color, the flap allows you to maintain paint consistency and body aesthetics without the need for additional painting. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged component, or restoring the car to a factory-like condition.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5G0809909-IDG
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5G0809909
• Substitutable numbers: 5G0809909, 5G0 809 909
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Indium Grey Metallic - R7H
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the fuel filler flap

The presented fuel filler flap was designed specifically for the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 and is mounted in the rear part of the body. It is responsible for protecting the fuel filler from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage, while also providing an aesthetic finish to the side body panel. The original mounting geometry facilitates fitting to the factory hinge and opening mechanism, which translates into the proper operation of the entire fuel filler system.

Indium Grey Metallic R7H color and visual fit

The factory Indium Grey Metallic R7H color is a characteristic metallic shade of gray used on the Volkswagen Golf Mk7. Using a flap in the same paint code allows for minimizing shade differences between body panels, which is particularly important for local body and paint repairs. The metallic structure of the paint ensures a consistent visual effect with the remaining panels, and the properly matched shade improves the overall appearance of the car.

Product characteristics and service application

The component comes from the original Volkswagen production line, which means maintaining factory dimensional tolerances and compatibility with the standard Golf Mk7 body. The flap is intended for service applications, such as:

• replacing a damaged or scratched fuel filler cover,
• local repair after a collision in the rear part of the vehicle,
• replacing a missing component during the body completion process.

Proper fitment to the rear body zone limits the need for installation modifications and allows for maintaining correct gaps between body panels.

Used condition and benefits of choosing OEM parts

The product is in used condition, which in practice means a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original build quality. Compared to many aftermarket replacements, the original fuel filler flap ensures:

• factory fitment with the body,
• compatibility with the opening and closing mechanism,
• visual consistency with other body elements in the same color.

Choosing an original component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group is particularly beneficial for repairs where maintaining the original body line and the correct operation of the fuel system from the outside is important.

Technical support and additional information

To better understand the role of external cover elements in the context of the entire fuel system's operation, it is worth reading an article describing diagnostics, selection by catalog numbers, and component maintenance – this is discussed in detail in the entry: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

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 additional covers, seals, or accessory security elements, check the available parts in the category Volkswagen fuel filler flaps and accessories.

For body repairs using parts from disassembly, a guide explaining when used body components are a favorable economic and technical solution may also be helpful: Post-accident repair of your car: why are used body parts a better choice than replacements?.