BMW 530XD - Manual (Page 181)

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Refuelling
Fuel filler flap
Briefly press the rear edge to open and close.
Manual release
In the event of an electrical fault, you can
release the fuel filler flap manually.
Saloon
1. Lift up the floor mat and the cover beneath it
in the luggage compartment.
2. Release the quick-release fasteners on the
right-hand side trim and take off the side
trim.
3. Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol.
Touring
1. Unhook the luggage strap * , see page 117 .
2. Open the right-hand side trim in the load
area.
3. Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol.
Note when refuelling
When handling fuel, comply with
the safety regulations displayed by
garages and filling stations. <
Place the tank cap in the holder on the flap.
When refuelling, insert the filler nozzle fully into
the filler neck. If the filler nozzle is raised during
refuelling
> the supply of fuel will be cut off prematurely
> fuel vapour and fumes will be fed back less
effectively
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle cuts
out for the first time.
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 70 litres, approx. 15.4 gal, including a
reserve of approx. 8 litres, approx. 1.8 gal.
If the range is below 50 km, approx.
30 miles, refuel the car, otherwise the
engine's functions are not assured and damage
may occur.
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