BMW X5: Other Flaps

REMOVING AND INSTALLING FLAP FOR FUEL FILLER NECK

NOTE: The illustration is a schematic representation and is to be applied to the relevant vehicle type.

Open fuel filler flap.

Lever out lock (2) and detach fuel filler flap (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig. 238: Identifying Fuel Filler Flap

REPLACING COVER BOWL

Necessary preliminary tasks:

• Remove right rear wheel.
• Remove rear right wheel arch trim.
• Remove flap for fuel filler neck.
• Remove servodrive for tank filler flap.

NOTE: Carry over schematic representation to the relevant vehicle type.

IMPORTANT: Deformation of the sheet metal flanges in the side panel and the wheel arch results in permanent vehicle leakage. Carry out removal/installation with great care.

Following new body parts are required:

1. Filler bowl

Fig. 239: Identifying Filler Bowl

Turn sleeve (1) through approx. 45º and pull out in direction of arrow.

Fig. 240: Identifying Sleeve

Press retaining strap (1) inwards and lift out (see arrow).

Pierce cover bowl at markings (3) with a small screwdriver.

Remove cover (2).

Fig. 241: Identifying Retaining Strap And Cover

NOTE: Illustrations shows fuel filler pipe removed.

Release rubber seal from sheet metal flange.

Fig. 242: Identifying Rubber Seal

Insert screwdriver to a depth of max. 5 mm and unlock cover bowl catch.

Fig. 243: Unlocking Cover Bowl Catch

Keep cover bowl tensioned with pliers (2).

Unlock catches individually with screwdriver (1).

Unlock catches in following order:

1. Top left
2. Bottom left
3. Top right
4. Bottom right

Move screwdriver in opposite direction at both lower catches.

Fig. 244: Unlocking Catches

Open hinge arm (1).

IMPORTANT: Do not damage sheet metal flange of side panel.

Carefully twist out cover bowl (2) at first at rear in direction of arrow from side panel and remove.

Fig. 245: Identifying Hinge Arm And Cover Bowl

Installation:

Open hinge arm.

Turn sealing sleeve in area of hinge inwards and hold.

Insert cover bowl and engage sealing sleeve over fuel filler pipe.

Fig. 246: Inserting Cover Bowl And Engage Sealing Sleeve Over Fuel Filler Pipe

Installation:

Using fitting aid (1), pull sealing lip (2) over sheet metal flange of wheel arch (3).

Fig. 247: Pulling Sealing Lip

Installation:

Illustrations shows fuel filler pipe removed.

Check that sealing lip is correctly seated.

Fig. 248: Identifying Rubber Seal

Installation:

Cover bowl must snap into place 4 times.

After installing, carefully check cover bowl at clips for secure seating.

There must be no discernible gap between sealing lip and side panel in area (1).

Fig. 249: Identifying Sealing Lip

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