Mobility -> Refueling for your BMW 6 Series 2017-2023

Mobility  
Refueling  
Refueling  
Vehicle features and options  
Fuel cap  
This chapter describes all standard, country-  
specific and optional features offered with the  
series. It also describes features 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 systems. When using these functions and  
systems, the applicable laws and regulations  
must be observed.  
Opening  
1. Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler  
flap.  
General information  
Observe the fuel recommendation, refer to  
page 200, prior to refueling.  
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.  
Safety information  
NOTE  
With a range of less than 30 miles/50 km  
it is possible that the engine will no longer have  
sufficient fuel. Engine functions are not en‐  
sured anymore. There is a risk of property  
damage. Refuel promptly.◀  
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached  
to the fuel filler flap.  
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Refueling  
Mobility  
Closing  
WARNING  
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be  
jammed and crushed during closing. The cap  
cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors  
can escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of  
property damage. Pay attention that the retain‐  
ing strap is not jammed or crushed when clos‐  
ing the lid.◀  
1. Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you  
clearly hear a click.  
2. Close the fuel filler flap.  
Manually unlocking fuel filler flap  
E.g., in the event of an electrical malfunction.  
Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer’s serv‐  
ice center or another qualified service center or  
repair shop.  
Observe the following when  
refueling  
General information  
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks  
off the first time.  
Observe safety regulations posted at the gas  
station.  
Safety information  
NOTE  
Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfill‐  
ing of the fuel tank can damage the fuel sys‐  
tem. Painted surfaces may be damaged by  
contact with fuel. Escaping fuel can harm the  
environment. There is a risk of property dam‐  
age. Avoid overfilling.◀  
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