BMW 2008 Z4, Owner'S Manual

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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 gas cap strap as this will
allow fuel vapors to escape.
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The warning lamp
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lights up briefly if
the gas cap is loose or missing. Close
the gas cap properly.
Manually releasing the fuel filler door
In the event of a malfunction you can unlock 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. <
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
> A reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor
recovery system.