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Refueling, Fuel filler flap, Lity – BMW M3 Coupe 2010 User Manual

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Refueling

Always switch off the engine before refu-
eling; otherwise, fuel cannot be added to

the tank and a message will be displayed.

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Take all precautionary measures and
observe all applicable regulations when

handling fuel. Do not carry any spare fuel con-
tainers in your vehicle. They can develop a leak
and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the
event of an accident.

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Fuel filler flap

Opening

1.

Open the fuel filler flap. To do so, lightly
press the rear edge.

2.

Turn the gas cap counterclockwise.

3.

Place the gas cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.

Closing

Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly
hear a click.

Do not pinch the band attached to the
cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed

properly and fuel vapors can escape. A mes-
sage will be displayed if the gas cap is loose or
missing.

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Manually releasing the fuel filler flap

In the event of a malfunction, you can release
the fuel filler flap manually:

Sedan

1.

Remove the cover from the right-hand side-
wall of the cargo area.

2.

Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol.
The fuel filler flap is released.

Sports Wagon

1.

Fold up the cargo area floor panel.

2.

Remove the cover from the right-hand side-
wall of the cargo area. To do so, turn the
screws, arrows

1, 90° and take out the

cover, arrow

2.

3.

Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol.
The fuel filler flap is released.

Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 603 066 - © 08/09 BMW AG

Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 603 066 - © 08/09 BMW AG