Manually Unlocking Fuel Filler Flap - BMW X5 Owner's Manual

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 jam‐
med and crushed during closing. The cap can‐
not be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors can
escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of dam‐
age to property. Pay attention that the retaining
strap is not jammed or crushed when closing
the cap.
1. Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.
2. Close the fuel filler flap.

Manually unlocking fuel filler flap

It may be necessary in certain situations to un‐
lock the fuel filler flap manually, e.g. with an elec‐
trical fault.
Online Edition for Part no. 01402896765 - X/18
Refueling
Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer's service
center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.
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