Refuelling; Mobility - BMW X3 xDrive20i 2013 Owner's Handbook Manual

Mobility

Refuelling

Vehicle Equipment
This chapter describes all standard, national and
special equipment provided in the model series.
Therefore equipment not available in a vehicle is
also described, for example the selected special
equipment or national version. That also applies
to safety-relevant functions and systems.
General
Refuel in good time
If the range drops below 50 km, 30 miles,
you should refuel as soon as possible, or engine
function may be impaired and damage may oc‐
cur.◀
For diesel engines
The filler neck is designed for refuelling at diesel
pumps.
Fuel tank cap
Opening
1. Briefly press rear edge of fuel filler flap.
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2. Turn the fuel filler cap anticlockwise.
3. Place the tank cap in the holder on the fuel
filler flap.
Closing
1. Fit the tank cap and turn clockwise until it is
clearly heard to click into place.
2. Close fuel filler cap.
Do not crush the retaining strap
Do not jam the strap attached to the tank
cap, as otherwise the tank cap cannot be closed
properly and fuel vapours can escape.◀
Unlocking fuel filler flap manually
For example in the event of an electrical fault.