BMW 2006 Z4 3.0si Roadster Manual Do Proprietário

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Refueling
Always switch off the engine before refu-
eling. Otherwise the tank cannot be 
refilled. The Service Engine Soon warning lamp 
will come on.
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Take all precautionary measures and 
observe all applicable regulations when 
handling fuel. Do not carry any spare fuel con-
tainers in your vehicle. They can develop a leak 
and cause an explosion or cause a fire in the 
event of an accident.
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Gas cap
Opening
1.
Open the fuel filler door, arrow 
1.
2.
Turn the gas cap counterclockwise.
3.
Place the gas cap in the bracket attached to 
the fuel filler door, arrow 
2.
Closing
Fit the gas cap and turn it clockwise until you 
clearly hear a click.
Do not jam the strap between the gas cap 
and the vehicle.
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Warning lamp
*
 lights up.
The gas cap is not properly closed or is 
missing. Check if the gas cap is prop-
erly closed.
Manually releasing the fuel filler door
In the event of a malfunction, you can release 
the fuel filler door manually:
1.
Remove the cover for the right-hand rear 
lamps in the cargo bay by turning the lock, 
see arrow.
2.
Pull the cargo bay trim panel slightly toward 
the interior. The green button with the fuel 
pump symbol becomes visible.
3.
Undo the adhesive strip and pull off.
4.
Pull the button. The fuel filler door is 
released.
Pull on the button slowly and care-
fully; otherwise it could be torn off.
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Observe the following when refueling
When handling fuels, comply with all of 
the applicable safety precautions posted 
at the service station.
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When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid lifting the filler 
nozzle while filling the tank, as it could other-
wise lead to:
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Premature pump shutoff
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A reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor 
recovery system.
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