BMW M5 Owner's Handbook Manual page 305

Closing
WARNING
The retaining strap of the fuel tank cap may be‐
come trapped and crushed when turning the
cap to close it. It will then not be possible to
close the cap properly. Fuel or fuel vapours can
leak out. There is a danger of injury or damage
to property. Make sure that the retaining strap
does not get trapped and crushed when clos‐
ing the cap.
1. Fit the tank cap and turn clockwise until it is
clearly heard to click into place.
2. Close the fuel filler flap.
Unlocking the fuel filler flap
manually
For example, if there is an electrical fault.
Have the fuel filler flap unlocked by a Service
Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.
Notes when refuelling
General
When refuelling, insert the filler nozzle fully into
the filler neck. Lifting the filler nozzle during refu‐
elling results in the following:
▷ The fuel supply being cut off prematurely.
▷ Fuel vapour and fumes being recovered less
effectively.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle cuts out
for the first time.
Comply with the safety regulations displayed at
filling stations.
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Refuelling
Safety note
NOTE
Fuels are poisonous and aggressive. Overfilling
the fuel tank can damage the fuel system. If
fuel comes into contact with painted surfaces, it
can damage them. This pollutes the environ‐
ment. There is a danger of damage to property.
Avoid overfilling.
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