BMW 5 Series: Fuel cap
Opening
1. Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap.
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap.
Closing
1. Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.
2. Close the fuel filler flap.
Do not pinch the retaining strap
Do not pinch the retaining strap attached
to the cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed
properly and fuel vapors can escape.
A message is displayed if the cap is loose or missing.◀
Manually unlocking fuel filler flap
In the event of an electrical malfunction, for example.
Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol.
This releases the fuel filler flap.
Refueling
Vehicle equipment All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not avai ...Observe the following when refueling
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time. Handling fuels Obey safety regulations posted at the gas station.◀ ...See also:
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Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the
locking of the doors until
five seconds after the last door is
closed. You will hear three chimes
to signal delayed locking is in use.
Pressing either the ...
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recommended
oil quality requirements are met, and the recommended
maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes
are followed. ...