Audi A3 S3 8P Fuel Flap Cover Filler Fill In Flap Lava Grey - Z7L 8P4809907D

The Audi A3 S3 8P Fuel Filler Flap Cover Lava Grey Z7L is an original body part from the Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories group, designed for the rear of the vehicle. The Lava Grey Pearl Effect paint ensures color consistency with the bodywork and an aesthetic finish for the fuel filler area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8P4809907D-LAG
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8P4809907D
• Substitutable numbers: 8P4809907D, 8P4 809 907 D
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Fuel Door
• Color: Lava Grey Pearl Effect - Z7L
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and Function of the Part

The fuel filler flap cover is responsible for protecting the filler neck from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage. In Audi A3 and S3 models of the 8P generation, it is an integral part of the vehicle's side profile, making its correct fit crucial for both protecting the fuel system and maintaining the car's visual coherence.

Its placement at the rear of the vehicle makes it susceptible to minor impacts and weather conditions. Therefore, using an original cover with the appropriate profile and geometry facilitates the restoration of the vehicle's factory appearance after body and paint repairs.

Lava Grey Pearl Effect Z7L Color

The Lava Grey Pearl Effect – Z7L finish is a distinctive, pearlescent shade of grey used in Audi's paint range. Thanks to its pearlescent structure, the coating interacts well with light reflections on the bodywork, helping to minimize the visibility of differences between adjacent panels after properly executed complementary painting.

For body shops and owners who care about their car's consistent appearance, this means easier color matching to the existing paint coat, without the need to replace larger sections of the bodywork.

Benefits of Using an Original Cover

Using an original fuel filler cover on an Audi ensures factory-standard fitment with the fender and hinge mechanism. In practice, this translates to:

• correct flap operation during opening and closing,
• stable positioning relative to the body line,
• reduced risk of rubbing against adjacent bodywork elements.

Parts in this category are particularly important for repairs after side or rear collisions, when it is necessary to restore the original geometry of the fuel filler area and maintain adequate protection for the filler neck and cap.

Selection by Make and Category

This cover belongs to the Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories category, which facilitates its identification in parts catalogs and selection systems by manufacturer codes. For Audi, it is particularly important to match the part to the specific body generation to ensure compatibility of shape, mountings, and characteristic contours.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Audi and need other parts from the same group, such as additional covers, mounting elements, or accessory guards, check the available parts in the Audi Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories category.

Condition of the Part and Practical Application

The offered cover is a used part, which in many cases represents a cost-effective solution while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with the bodywork. This type of part works well for both accident repairs and for replacing a damaged flap due to vehicle use.

For users and workshops seeking more detailed information on the protection and maintenance of the vehicle's fuel system, an article describing the construction and operation of the fuel system may be helpful – Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair.

If you are considering the choice between new, aftermarket, or used parts for similar bodywork applications, it is worth reviewing the cost and fitment analysis in the article Original, Aftermarket, or Used – Which Car Parts Are Most Cost-Effective?, which will help you make an informed purchasing decision.