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How to Open the Fuel Cap of a BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 5 F11, F10 - Years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Fuel cap

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Need to refuel but don't know how to open the fuel cap? Let's see in this guide video how to open the fuel cap of a BMW 3 Series. First, open the fuel door located on the right side of the car's body; you will find the fuel cap: insert the key and turn it to the left to open the tank cap (if it is not key-operated, unscrew normally).

After refueling: to tighten the cap with the key, simply turn it to the right. Finally, remove the key from the cap lock and close the fuel door.


Updated on 6 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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