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Removing and installing or replacing fuel
filler pipe

Recycling

Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable
collecting container ready.

Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Important!

Ensure adequate ventilation in the place of work!

Avoid skin contact (wear gloves)!

Before starting the engine for the first time:

Fill fuel tank with at least 5 litres of fuel.

Check ground connection at fuel filler neck to body for
continuity. If necessary, clean contact surface between
body and fuel filler pipe screw connection.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Draw off fuel from fuel tank

Remove rear right wheel arch trim

Remove underbody panelling on right

Unhook retaining strap (1) from tank flap.

Open cap and set to one side.

RA  Removing and installing or replacing fuel filler pipe

BMW AG - TIS

08.02.2013  01:20

Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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