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:
List of labels
Model plate. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Codes for color and upholstery,
etc. The model plate is located on the rear side of the B-pillar (the pillar
between the front and rear passe ...
Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag
Inflator Units
The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag
Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering
wheel and on the right side of the instrument panel.
When the ORC detects a collision requ ...
Bluetooth hands-free (if equipped)
You can use the phone wirelessly by using the Bluetooth. Detailed information
for the Bluetooth hands-free is described in the “audio” in this chapter or in the
manual supplied separately. ...