Refuelling - BMW E87 2009 Owner's Handbook Manual

Refuelling

Fuel filler flap
Opening
1. Open the fuel filler flap, arrow 1.
2. Turn the tank cap counter-clockwise.
3. Place the tank cap in the holder on the flap,
arrow 2.
Fastening
Fit the tank cap and turn clockwise until it is
clearly heard to click into place.
Do not jam the strap attached to the tank
cap, as otherwise the tank cap cannot be
closed properly and fuel vapours can
Manually releasing the fuel filler flap
In the event of a malfunction, you can unlock the
fuel filler flap manually:
1. If applicable, remove the cover
aid pouch and warning triangle in the right-
hand trim panel, see page 205.
2. Remove the cover from the right-hand wall
of the luggage area.
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3. Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol
upwards.
The fuel filler flap is released.
Note when refuelling
Observe the safety regulations displayed
at service stations when handling fuels,
as otherwise there is a risk of personal injury
and damage to
When refuelling, insert the filler nozzle fully into
the filler neck. Avoid lifting the filler nozzle dur-
ing refuelling, otherwise
> The supply of fuel will be cut off prematurely
> Fuel vapour and fumes will be fed back less
effectively
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle cuts
out for the first time.
Fuel tank capacity
> Cars with petrol engine: approx. 53 litres,
approx. 11.7 Imp. gal., including a reserve of
approx. 8 litres, approx. 1.8 Imp. gal.
> Cars with diesel engine: approx. 51 litres,
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approx. 11.2 Imp. gal., including a reserve of
approx. 6.5 litres, approx. 1.4 Imp. gal.
If the remaining operating range is below
50 km, approx. 30 miles, it is imperative to
add fuel, otherwise the engine's functions are
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of the first-
not assured and damage may
Fuel grade
Petrol engine
For optimal fuel economy, the petrol should be
sulphur-free or as low in sulphur content as
possible. Since the engine has a knock control
function, it can run on different grades of fuel.
Never use fuel containing lead, otherwise
the catalytic converter will be perma-
nently
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