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How to Open the Fuel Door in an Emergency on a BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E91, E90, E92 - Years 2005-2013
Part: Fuel cap

Discover in this brief and simple guide how to open the fuel door and cap that are stuck on a BMW 3 Series in case of an emergency. First, open the trunk; then, rotate the screw on the right side trim to remove it and access the inside of the fuel door, as shown in the video. At this point, pull the small green lever to unlock the fuel door, opening it from the outside; this way, you can refuel!

Updated on 30 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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