BMW 7 Series: Removing And Installing Or Replacing Fuel Filler Pipe
(Petrol/Gasoline)
Recycling
Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable collecting
container ready.
Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
IMPORTANT: Ensure adequate ventilation in the place of work!
Avoid skin contact (wear gloves)!
Before starting the engine for the first time:
- Fill fuel tank with at least 5 liters of fuel.
- Check ground connection at fuel filler neck to body for continuity.
If
necessary, clean contact surface between body and fuel filler pipe screw
connection.
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Draw off FUEL from fuel tank
- Remove REAR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH TRIM
Unhook retaining strap (1) from tank flap.
Open cap and set to one side.
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Fig. 11: Identifying Tank Flap Retaining Strap
Release plastic nut (1).
Installation:
Check plastic nut (1), replace if necessary.
Tightening torque 16 12 2AZ.
Unclip line holder (2).
Release hexagon nut (3).
Installation:
Tightening torque 16 12 2AZ.
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Fig. 12: Identifying Quick Release Coupling, Line Holder And Nut
Release quick-release coupling (4).
Unclip line (1).
Installation:
Make sure lines (1) and (2) are correctly seated in holder.
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Fig. 13: Identifying Line Holders
IMPORTANT: There may be residual amounts of fuel in the tank!
Catch escaping fuel in a suitable container.
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Fig. 14: Identifying Fuel Tank Hose Clip And Quick-Release Coupling
Unfasten hose clip (1).
Installation:
Check hose clamp, replace if necessary.
Tightening torque 16 12 1AZ.
Release quick-release coupling (2).
Remove fuel filler pipe.
Replacement
Unfasten hose clip (1).
Installation:
Check hose clamp, replace if necessary.
Tightening torque 16 12 1AZ.
Detach filler hose (2) from fuel filler pipe (3).
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Fig. 15: Identifying Fuel Filler Pipe, Filler Hose And Hose Clip
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Recycling
Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable collecting
container ready.
Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
IMPORTANT:
Recycling
Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable collecting
container ready. Catch and dispose of
escaping fuel.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
IMPORTANT: E
REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING CARBON CANISTER
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove rear right WHEEL ARCH COVER
Unlock quick-release fasteners (1) and disconnect vent lines.
Release screws (2)
SEE MORE:
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL.
STRIP DOWN VEHICLE
NOTE: Observe new procedure for bonding and riveting (REPAIR STAGE 2).
Following parts are required:
Roof outer skin
Additional required parts (not pictured):
PART SPECIFICATION
Following consumables are required:
MATERIAL CHART
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WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through
the skin! RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
To avoid serious damage to the rear axle final drive, it is essential to use
only
APPROVED OILS in the rear axle final drive.
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