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How to Unlock the Hood of a BMW 3 Series?

Model: BMW Serie 3 F31, F30 - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Body

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If the hood of your BMW 3 Series won't open and remains stuck even after pressing the designated release button inside the cabin, the release mechanism may be faulty. There is an emergency procedure to unlock the hood: first, lift the front right side of the car using a jack.

Then, remove the bolts securing the right front wheel and take off the wheel to access the inner fender cover. Now, you can manually move the hood release mechanism to unlock the hood.


Updated on 2 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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How to Open the Fuel Filler Flap in the Hyundai i30?

In this tutorial, you will learn how to open the fuel filler flap in the Hyundai i30, a very simple operation that follows the typical procedure of most vehicles. First, unlock the locks using the designated button on the remote, then open the driver's door, locate the release lever on the left side of the seat, and operate it. Next, move to the fuel filler flap, open it completely, unscrew the cap, and refuel as needed. To close the flap, simply press it gently.

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