3 Series E46 316i (M43TU) SAL
Figure 2: Closing angle for the newly developed fuel filler caps
A
Alignment range and free play = approx. 40 degrees
B
Closing range = approx. 80 degrees
C
Range of audible clicking noise = approx. 10 degrees
Note: The fuel filler cap will spring back, the clicking noise can be repeated at will.
Complete closing angle = approx. 130 degrees
Procedure:
1.
Customer information:
Do not refuel the vehicle with the engine running, not even to keep the vehicle's air
conditioner operating!
Important:
Refuelling with the engine running is prohibited in all countries due to the potential risk
of fire in the area of the filling station!
2.
Follow the correct procedure to refit and seal the fuel filler cap properly. Make sure
that the retaining strap is properly positioned.
Please refer to enclosed customer information bulletin.
3.
Following any maintenance work, repairs or checks on the vehicle (incl. the delivery
inspection), the following procedure should be followed:
a)
Read out the DME control unit fault memory.
b)
If the BMW fault codes ("Tank leak detected") are displayed, carry out the
function check "Tank leak - system check" via DIS.
c)
Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly seated and correct if necessary. When
doing this, make sure that the retaining strap does not get caught.
d)
Rectify any other faults which may be stored (besides the fault codes given).
e)
Clear the fault code memory.
SI Introduction of new fuel filler caps for US models E36 Z3 E38 E39 E46 US only
BMW AG - TIS
19.01.2013 09:19
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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