BMW 7 Series Owner's Manual page 315

2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.
Closing
Warning
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be
jammed and crushed during closing. The cap
cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel va-
pors can escape. There is a risk of injury or
risk of damage to property. Pay attention that
the retaining strap is not jammed or crushed
when closing the cap.
1. Fit the fuel cap and turn it clockwise until
you clearly hear a click.
2. Press on the fuel filler flap until it engages.
Emergency unlocking
It may be necessary in certain situations to un-
lock the fuel filler flap manually, for instance
with an electrical malfunction.
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Refueling
Have fuel filler flap unlocked by an authorized
service center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
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