Refueling
Switch off the engine before refueling,
Observe the following when refueling
otherwise no fuel can be filled into the
tank and a message is displayed.<
When handling fuels, follow the safety
precautions posted at the filling station.
Otherwise, there is a danger of personal injury
or property damage.<
When handling fuel, always observe all
applicable precautionary measures and
regulations. Never transport reserve fuel con-
tainers in the vehicle. These could become
leaky and cause an explosion or a fire in an acci-
dent.<
Fuel filler door
Place the fuel filler cap in the bracket attached
to the fuel filler door.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid raising the filler
nozzle during refueling, otherwise this leads to
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premature pump shutoff
a reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor
recovery system.
To open and close: press the rear edge of the
fuel filler door.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Manual release
If an electrical malfunction should occur, you
can unlock the fuel filler door manually.
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 18.5 US gal/70 liters, including approx.
1.
2.
3.
In the cargo bay, raise the floor mat and the
cover located beneath it.
4
US gal/15 liters reserve capacity.
Refuel as soon as possible once your
cruising range falls below 30 miles/
Open the snap fasteners of the right side
panel and take off the side panel.
50
km, otherwise engine functions are not
Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol.
ensured and damage can occur.<
Fuel filler cap
Closing
Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly
hear a click.
Do not crush the band attached to the
cap; otherwise, the cap may not properly
seal and fuel vapors can escape.<
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| Categories | BMW 5-Series Manuals, BMW Manuals |
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| Tags | BMW E60, BMW M5 |
| Model Year | 2009 |
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