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51 17 20_FUEL FILLER FLAP MISALIGNED OR STICKING

SIB 51 17 20
FUEL FILLER FLAP MISALIGNED OR STICKING

2020-05-19

MODEL
E-Series
G05

Model Description
X5 Sports Activity Vehicle

SITUATION
The fuel filler flap is sticking when attempting to open or close, and may be visually misaligned.
Note: For the similar situation on G06 or G07, refer to B51 05 20.

CAUSE
The arm for the fuel filler flap absorbs water and may become deformed. The complaint may be
intermittent, as the plastic will return to its normal shape as it dries.

CORRECTION
Inspect and replace the fuel filler flap (aka cover pot, or cover bowl) if necessary.

PROCEDURE
1. Remove the fuel tank filler flap following repair instructions REP 41 63 000 “Removing and installing
the fuel filler flap”.
2. Inspect the white identification label shown below to find the part number and index.

3.Use the P/N and index to determine if replacement is required:
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P/N 7440018 with an index below 11 requires replacement
P/N 7440024 with an index below 9 requires replacement
If the P/N is different than those listed above, or the index is above what is outlined, continue diagnosticsthis bulletin does not apply.
Repair instructions for replacement are attached to this bulletin and will be included within ISTA/AIR in a
future release.

PARTS INFORMATION
Obtain and confirm the part numbers for your specific vehicle by entering the chassis number in either ETK
or AIR which takes into account specific equipment and/or options.
Part Number
Refer to ETK/AIR

Description
Cover pot

Quantity
1 if necessary

WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks.
Defect Code:

4163004100

Labor Operation

Description
Replace cover bowl (Main work) (includes removing and
installing the fuel filler flap)

41 63 003

Fuel filler flap (including cover housing) poorly adjusted
Labor Allowance
Refer to AIR

Or:
41 63 503

Replace cover bowl (Plus work) (includes removing and
installing the fuel filler flap)

Refer to AIR

If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 41 63 503 instead of
41 63 003.
Refer to AIR for the corresponding flat rate unit (FRU) allowances.
Main Group (MG) “41” Flat Rate Labor Operations
The secondary “R” FRU value notation identifies the amount of inclusive “mechanical work" that is also
contained in this MG 41 flat rate labor operation. For example, removing and installing related attached or
associated assemblies and/or body components.
Since this notation identifies inclusive work, please do not claim the stated “R” FRU amount “separately and
in addition” to the job item’s primary FRU allowance which is listed next to the letter “R.”
Other Repairs
If this Service Information Bulletin does not apply, but other eligible and covered work is performed as a
result of diagnosing a similar issue, claim this work with the applicable defect code and the labor operations
that are listed in AIR (including diagnosis with separate punch times).

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