2009 BMW 5 Series Owner's Manual - Page 222
2009 BMW 5 Series Manual
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Refueling Refueling Switch off the engine before refueling, otherwise no fuel can be filled into the tank and a message is displayed.< When handling fuel, always observe all applicable precautionary measures and regulations. Never transport reserve fuel containers in the vehicle. These could become leaky and cause an explosion or a fire in an accident.< 3. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol. Fuel filler door Sports Wagon 1. Unhook the retaining strap*, refer to page 129. 2. Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo bay. 3. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol. To open and close: press the rear edge of the fuel filler door. Manual release If an electrical malfunction should occur, you can unlock the fuel filler door manually. Observe the following when refueling When handling fuels, follow the safety precautions posted at the filling station. Otherwise, there is a danger of personal injury or property damage.< Sedan 1. In the cargo bay, raise the floor mat and the cover located beneath it. 2. Open the snap fasteners of the right side panel and take off the side panel. 220 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG