BMW 2011 328i Convertible Manual Do Proprietário

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Always switch off the engine before refu-
eling; otherwise, fuel cannot be added to 

the tank and a message will be displayed.

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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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1.

Open the fuel filler flap. To do so, lightly 
press the rear edge.

2.

Turn the gas cap counterclockwise.

3.

Place the gas cap in the bracket attached to 
the fuel filler flap.

Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly 
hear a click.

Do not pinch the band attached to the 
cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed 

properly and fuel vapors can escape. A mes-
sage will be displayed if the gas cap is loose or 
missing.

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In the event of a malfunction, you can release 
the fuel filler flap manually:

1.

Remove the cover from the right-hand side-
wall of the cargo area.

2.

Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol. 
The fuel filler flap is released.

1.

Loosen the right-hand cargo area trim panel 
by turning the screws by 90°, see arrow.

2.

Slightly lift the top section of the panel. It is 
not necessary to remove the entire panel.

3.

Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol. 
The fuel filler flap is released.

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