What is the construction and purpose of fuel filler flaps and accessories?

Fuel filler flaps and accessories are body elements mounted at the refueling opening, most often in the rear fender or its vicinity. Their task is to cover the filler recess and protect the cap and locking mechanism from dirt. A typical set may include a flap, hinge, spring, cap, cable, seal, and locking pin.

What are fuel filler flaps and accessories used for?

Fuel filler flaps and accessories are used to protect the refueling zone and to maintain the proper closing function of this body area. They limit the access of water, dust, and mud to the filler neck, and in many versions, they also work with the central locking system. Additionally, they affect the car's aesthetics and the proper fit of body elements around the filler.

What is the construction and function of the fuel filler flap lock?

The fuel filler flap lock is a mechanism that immobilizes the flap when the car is closed. It usually consists of a pin, a housing, and a control element that can work with a central locking actuator. Its role is to secure access to the filler and to keep the flap in the correct position after closing.

How to choose a fuel filler flap for a specific car version?

It is safest to compare the OEM part number, interchangeable numbers, external shape, and mounting side. It is also worth checking the color, body version, mounting points, and whether the element comes from a pre-facelift or post-facelift version. For cars with a central locking system, the compatibility of the locking mechanism is also important.

What symptoms indicate wear of the fuel filler flap or its accessories?

Typical symptoms include difficulty opening, failure to close, a protruding flap, a damaged hinge, or a faulty lock. In practice, one also encounters cracks in mounts, seal wear, and traces of corrosion or abrasions at the edges. Such signs should be verified before purchasing and installing a replacement element.

How to care for fuel filler flaps and accessories after installation?

After installation, it is good to regularly clean the filler recess and the hinge area so that mud and salt do not accumulate there. It is worth periodically checking the condition of the seal, the smoothness of the mechanism, and the correct alignment of the flap relative to the fender. If the car uses a central lock, you should also check if the locking pin extends and retracts without resistance.

Fuel Flaps & Components

At Global Parts automotive store we offer a wide selection of original used car parts including fuel filler caps and accessories for many popular car brands such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen and others. The fuel filler caps and accessories we offer undergo quality control so that you can be sure that you are getting a top-class product.

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Mercedes W169 Fuel Filler Flap Tank Cap Cover A1697500106 Iridium Silver - 775

€23.95

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€23.95

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Ford Focus Mk3 Fuel Filler Flap Cover Cap BM51-A405A02-AC Frozen White - Z2

€23.95

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Audi Q3 8U Fuel Filler Flap Cover Cap Daytona Grey - Z7S 8U0809907

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BMW 5 Series E60 E60N E61 E61N Fuel Cover Fill In Flap Black Sapphire

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Mini R60 Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cover Trim Cap Starlight Blue - B62 9801418

€23.95

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Mini Cooper One R50 Fuel Filler Cover Flap Cosmosschwarz Black 0148459

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Land Rover Sport L550 Fuel Flap Cover Dark Sapphire Blue - JBC2149 FK72-405A26-A

€23.95

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Mercedes CLS W219 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Iridium Silver - 775 A2197570106

€56.95

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Ford Puma Mk2 Fuel Flap Filler Pot Carrier Housing Assembly L1TB-S27936-BA

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Land Rover Discovery L319 Fuel Flap Panel BPA780070 Zermatt Silver Metallic 798

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Audi Q3 8U Fuel Tank Filler Fill Flap Cover Cap Housing 8U0809906

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Audi A4 S4 B7 Fuel Filler Flap Cap Cover Sprint Blue Pearl - Z5F 8E0809905E

€23.95

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BMW 1 Series F20 F20N LCI Fuel Filler Fill-In Flap Cover Karmesinrot Red A61

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Audi A4 B8 Fuel Filler Flap Tank Cap Cover Foil Silver - Z7G 8K0809907

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Mini Cooper F56 Fuel Filler Flap Surround Housing British Racing Green II - B22

€32.95

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BMW X3 E83 Fuel Flap Cover Filler Fill in Flap Flamenco Rot Metallic 470 7055877

€23.95

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BMW F46 Fuel Filler Cover Fill in Flap Cap Mineral White A96 7332407

€23.95

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Fuel Flap BMW F32 Fuel Flap Filler Fill In Cover Estoril Blue Metallic B45

€23.95

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BMW E63 E63N E64 E64N LCI Filler Flap Lock Actuator 6923975

€23.95

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BMW F40 Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cover Cap 7454413 Storm Bay Metallic - C3N

€23.95

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BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Filler Cover Fill In Flap Orientblau Blue Metallic 7034281

€23.95

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Audi A3 S3 RS3 8V Fuel Filler Flap Pot Bracket Housing Trim Panel 8V4809906F

€23.95

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BMW F22 Fuel Filler Flap Fill In Tank Cover Cap Schwarz 2 Black - 668 7286045

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BMW E60 E61 E63 E64 Fuel Tank Fillter Flap Cover Actuator Motor 6988089

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Mercedes S204 Fill Flap Fuel Tank Cap Cover Trim Cavansite Blue - 890

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BMW F30 F31 F80 M3 Cover Fuel Filler Pot Carrier Housing Frame Cap 7238100

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BMW F31 Fuel Cover Fill In Flap Estoril Blue Metallic - B45

€32.95

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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Fuel Filler Flap Mount Panel Housing Trim 5G0809857

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Audi A4 B9 Fuel Fill In Filler Flap Cap Cover Lid Manhattan Grey Metallic - X7L

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BMW X3 E83 LCI Fuel Filler Fill in Flap Cover Rubinschwarz Ruby Black S23

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BMW X5 Series E53 Fill In Flap Fuel Cover Stahlgrau Steel Grey Metallic 400

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Audi A6 C7 Fuel Filler Fill Flap Cover Cap Brilliant Black - Y9B 4G0809907

€23.95

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Fuel Flap Cap Cover BMW F21 F21N LCI Fill-in Flap Filler Black Sapphire Metallic

€23.95

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BMW E81 Fuel Filler Flap Fill In Flap Cover Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22

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Audi RS4 A4 B7 B8 Fuel Filler Flap Cap Cover Phantom Black - Z9Y 8E0010183K

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