MOBILITY -> Refueling for Your BMW 5 Series 4 Door 2022

Refueling  
MOBILITY  
Refueling  
Safety information  
Vehicle features and  
options  
NOTICE  
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐  
cific and optional features offered with the series.  
It also describes features and functions that are  
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due  
to the selected options or country versions. This  
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐  
tems. When using these functions and systems,  
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐  
served.  
With a driving distance of less than  
30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer have  
sufficient fuel. Engine functions are not en‐  
sured anymore. There is a risk of damage to  
property, among other potential damage. Re‐  
fuel promptly.  
NOTICE  
Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of the  
fuel tank can damage the fuel system. Painted  
surfaces may be damaged by contact with fuel.  
Escaping fuel can harm the environment. There  
is a risk of damage to property, among other  
potential damage. Avoid overfilling.  
Follow the following when  
refueling  
General information  
Follow the fuel recommendation prior to refuel‐  
ing.  
Fuel cap  
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely  
into the filler pipe. Lifting up the filler nozzle dur‐  
ing refueling causes:  
Opening  
1. To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear  
edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens.  
Premature switching off.  
Reduced return of the fuel vapors.  
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks  
off the first time.  
Make sure that the fuel cap is closed properly af‐  
ter refueling, otherwise the emissions warning  
light may light up.  
Follow safety regulations posted at the filling sta‐  
tion.  
Additional information:  
Fuel quality, refer to page 360.  
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Refueling  
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2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.  
Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer’s service  
center or another qualified service center or re‐  
pair shop.  
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to  
the fuel filler flap.  
Closing  
Warning  
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jam‐  
med and crushed during closing. The cap can‐  
not be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors can  
escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of dam‐  
age to property. Pay attention that the retaining  
strap is not jammed or crushed when closing  
the cap.  
1. Fit the fuel cap and turn it clockwise until you  
clearly hear a click.  
2. Press on the fuel filler flap until it engages.  
Emergency unlocking  
It may be necessary in certain situations to un‐  
lock the fuel filler flap manually, for instance with  
an electrical fault.  
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