Refueling - BMW 2006 5 Series Owner's Manual

Refueling

Always switch off the engine before refu-
eling, otherwise no fuel can be filled into
the tank and a message is
When handling fuel, always observe all
applicable precautionary measures and
regulations. Never transport reserve fuel con-
tainers in the vehicle. These could become
leaky and cause an explosion or a fire in an acci-
dent.<
Fuel filler door
To open and close: press the rear edge of the
fuel filler door.
Manual release
If an electrical malfunction should occur, you
can unlock the fuel filler door manually.
Sedan
1. In the luggage compartment, raise the floor
mat and the cover located beneath it.
2. Open the snap fasteners of the right side
panel and take off the side panel.
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3. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol.
Sports Wagon
1. Unhook the retaining strap
page 119.
2. Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo
area.
3. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol.
Observe the following when refueling
When handling fuels always observe any
safety guidelines posted at the service
station.<
Place the fuel filler cap in the bracket attached
to the fuel filler door.
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