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How to Open the Fuel Cap of a BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 5 F11, F10 - Years 2010-2017
Part: Fuel cap

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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