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 W245 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Polar Silver Metallic - 761

€23.95

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€23.95

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Mini Paceman R61 Fuel Filler Flap Pot Housing Cover Controller Drive 9808991

€23.95

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€23.95

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€23.95

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€23.95

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Audi A5 8T Fuel Filler Flap Tank Cap Cover Ibis White - Y9C 8T8809907

€23.95

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BMW E93 E93N LCI Fuel Cover Fill In Flap Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

€23.95

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Audi A5 F5 Fuel Tank Filler Pot Flap Housing Insert Mounting 8W8809906A

€32.95

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Audi A3 8V Fuel Filler Fill Flap Cover Cap 8V3809906C

€23.95

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BMW E90 E91 Fuel Filler Fill-In Flap Cover Monacoblau Monaco Blue A35

€23.95

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Mini Cooper S R55 R56 Fuel Filler Flap Surround Housing Laser Blue - A59

€23.95

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BMW F36 Fuel Cover Fill In Flap Filler Cap Mineral Grey Metallic B39 7307912

€23.95

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BMW F10 Fuel Cover Filler Fill In Flap Sophisto Grey Metallic - B90

€23.95

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Mercedes C207 Coupe Fuel Flap FIller Cap Cover Fire Opal Red - 590 A2077570106

€23.95

Part no. 2751980-LAB

Mini R55 R56 Fuel Filler Flap Surround Panel Housing Laser Blue A59 2751980

€23.95

Part no. 7270765-ORG

BMW F20 Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Trim Cover Panel Valencia Orange Metallic - B44

€23.95

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Mercedes W204 W207 W212 Fuel Filler Tank Cap Diesel Red A2214700905

€23.95

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BMW 3 5 X3 Series E60 E90 LCI E89 R56 R55 R60 Fuel Tank Filler Cap Cover 7222330

€23.95

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Mercedes ML W164 Fuel Filler Flap Cap Cover Obsidian Black - 197 A1647570006

€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 F30 F80 M3 Fuel Cover Fill In Flap Schwarz 2 Black 668

€23.95

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BMW Z4 E89 Fill In Flap Fuel Cover Spacegrau Metallic

€23.95

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BMW Mini Cabrio 1 R52 Convertible Fuel Door Filler Flap Actuator 7112132

€23.95

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BMW E82 E88 Fuel Filler Flap Opener Actuator 7198885

€23.95

Part no. 8U0809907-DGR

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

€23.95

Part no. 8K0809999A

Audi A4 B8 Fuel Insert Filler Housing Surround 8K0809999A

€23.95

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BMW F10 LCI Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cover Schwarz 2 Black - 668

€23.95

Part no. 6924684

BMW E87 Fuel Flap Fuel Filler Release Motor Actuator 6924684 406204103

€23.95

Part no. 7009382

BMW 6 Series E63 E64 Fuel Filler Flap Housing Cover Pot 7009382

€23.95

Part no. 7060691-LMB

BMW 1 Series E87 E87N Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cover Le Mans Blau Blue 7060691

€23.95

Part no. 1C0810773

VW New Beetle Fuel Filler Flap Actuator Solenoid Release Mechanism 1C0810773

€23.95

Part no. A2047570006-IRS

Mercedes W204 Fuel Filler Flap Cover Iridium Silver Metallic 775 A2047570006

€23.95

Part no. 8X0809907-MGW

Audi A1 8X Fuel Fill In Flap Cap Cover Glacier White Pearl - S9R 8X0809907

€23.95

Part no. 7172083-TS

BMW E81 Fuel Filler Flap Fill In Flap Cover Titansilber Titan Silver

€23.95

Part no. A1697500106-PLS

Mercedes W169 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Polar Silver Metallic 761 A1697500106

€23.95

Part no. 7204341-SBR

BMW 5 Series F10 Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cover Sophisto Grey Brilliant B90

€23.95

Part no. 7034281-MYS

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

€23.95

Part no. 7644242-1

Charging Cable BMW F30 i3 I01 i8 I12 PHEV Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Charger 7644242

€256.95

Part no. 7144328-SCG

BMW 3 Series E93 E93N LCI Fuel Cover Fill In Flap Spacegrau Space Grey A52

€23.95

Part no. 7166825-BS1

BMW E82 E88 Fuel Fill In Filler Flap Cover Cap Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

€23.95

Part no. 7270765-MBM

BMW F20 Fuel Filler Fill-In Flap Cover Midnight Blue Metallic - B38 7270765

€28.95

Part no. 1721979-HMA

Ford Fiesta Mk7 Fuel Filler Flap Cover Hot Magenta Pearl - M9 8A61-A405A02-AF

€37.95

Part no. 7191283-BS

Fuel Flap Cover BMW Z4 E89 Fill In Flap Cap Black Sapphire Metallic 475

€23.95

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BMW X1 E84 Fuel Fill In Flap Cover Cap Panel Valencia Orange Metallic - B44

€23.95

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Porsche 718 Boxster 982 Fuel Flap Cap Release Actuator Lock 99150486000

€61.95

Part no. LR135550-SAB

Land Rover L550 Plug-in Hybrid Charging Socket Flap Santorini Black - 820

€66.95

Part no. 7270821-MW

BMW X3 F25 Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cover Cap Mineral White - A96 7265256

€23.95

Part no. A2117500206-OB

Mercedes W211 Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cap Cover Obsidian Black Metallic - 197

€23.95

Part no. 0148459-PS

Mini Cooper One R50 Fuel Filler Cover Flap 0148459 Pure Silver - 900

€26.95

Part no. A1647570006-TNG

Mercedes ML W164 Fuel Filler Flap Cap Cover Tenorite Grey - 755 A1647570006

€23.95

Part no. 7034281-PB

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Fuel Filler Fill-In Flap Cover Platinbronze Metallic

€23.95

Part no. A2038201997-4

Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class C209 4 Fuel Flap Release Actuator Motor A2038201997

€23.95

Part no. 4F5809907C-DGR

Audi A6 C6 Fuel Flap Cover Fill In Flap Filler Cap Daytona Grey - Z7S 4F5809907C

€23.95

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Audi A3 8V Fuel Filler Fill Flap Cap Cover Nano Grey Metallic-X7M 8V4809907C

€23.95

Part no. 5H0809909-KIN

VW Volkswagen Golf CD1 Mk8 Fuel Filler Flap Cap Panel Kings Red - C3J 5H0809909

€28.95

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BMW 1 Series E87 E87N Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cover Sydneyblau Blue 7060691

€23.95

Part no. 7055877-FLA

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

€23.95

Part no. 8P0809907C-DGM

Audi A3 S3 8P Fuel Filler Flap Cap Cover Dolphin Grey Metallic - X7Z 8P0809907C

€23.95

Part no. 7206566-SBR

BMW F11 F11N LCI Fill-in Flap Filler Fuel Cover Sophisto Grey - B90 7206566

€23.95

Part no. 1705725-MDS

Ford Fiesta Mk7 Fuel Filler Flap Cap Cover Moondust Silver Metallic - ZJ

€28.95

Part no. 5G0809857

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

€28.95

Part no. 5C6810773H

Volkswagen Golf Mk7 VII Fuel Filler Flap Actuator Motor Mechanism 5C6810773H

€23.95

Part no. 7055877-RUB1

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

€23.95

Part no. 1866686-SPIR

Ford Fiesta Mk7 Fuel Filler Flap Door Cover Spirit Blue - L1 D1BB-A405A02-BA

€23.95

Part no. 7L6809905B-BLM

Volkswagen Touareg 7L Fuel Filler Flap Tank Cap Cover Black Magic Pearl - LC9Z

€23.95

Part no. 7060691-WB

BMW E87 E87N Fuel filler Fill In Flap Cover Bluewater Blue 7060691

€23.95

Part no. 7184076-MW

Fuel Flap Cover BMW F01 Fill In Flap Cap Panel Mineralweiss Mineral White A96

€23.95

Part no. 7055877-SBG1

BMW X3 Series E83 LCI Fuel Filler Fill-in Flap Cover Silbergrau Grey 7055877

€23.95

Part no. A1697500106-KMG

Mercedes W169 Fuel Filler Flap Tank Cap Cover Comet Grey - 748 A1697500106

€23.95

Part no. A2517570106-PAL

Mercedes W251 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Palladium Silver - 792 A2517570106

€23.95

Part no. A1717500106-THR

Mercedes SLK R171 Fuel Filler Flap Tank Cap Cover Thulite Red Metallic - 541

€23.95

Part no. 8K0862153E

Flap Actuator Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Q5 8R Filler Release Motor Unit 8K0862153E

€23.95

Part no. 7172083-DSB

BMW E81 Fuel Flap Fill In Flap Cover Tiefseeblau Metallic A76 7172083

€23.95

Part no. 8M51-A405A02-AA-SEA

Ford Focus Mk2 Fuel Flap Cover 8M51-A405A02-AA Sea Grey Metallic - 6D

€32.95

Part no. 7010539-BAR

BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Fill In Flap Fuel Filler Cover Barberarot Metallic Red

€23.95

Part no. 7166825-MG

BMW E82 E88 Fill In Flap Fuel Cover Panel Mineral Grau Metallic B39 7166825

€23.95

Part no. 7228212-RUB

BMW F12 F12 LCI Fuel Fill In Flap Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic S23 / X03

€42.95

Part no. 7073961

BMW E90 E91 Cover Pot Fuel Flap Mount Housing 7073961

€23.95

Part no. 7204341-IBB

BMW F10 Fuel Cover Filler Fill In Flap Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 7204341

€23.95

Part no. 8X0809907-MRE

Audi A1 8X Fuel Filler Flap Cap Cover Phantom Misano Red Pearl - Z3M 8X0809907

€23.95

Part no. 7270765-SPB

BMW F20 Fuel Filler Fill-In Flap Trim Cover Panel Sparkling Bronze Metallic B06

€23.95

Part no. 7011342-MS

BMW 6 Series E63 E64 Fuel Filler Flap Cover Mineralsilber Silver A14 7011342

€23.95

Part no. 7001027-OLI

BMW X5 E53 Fill Flap Fuel Cover Trim Panel Olivin Green Metallic 349 7001027

€23.95

Part no. A2217570006-IRS

Mercedes W221 Fuel Filler Flap Tank Cap Cover Iridium Silver Metallic - 775

€23.95

Part no. 8E0010183S-PHB

Audi A4 B7 A5 S5 8T Fuel Filler Flap Tank Cap Cover Phantom Black 8E0010183S

€23.95

Part no. 7270765-DSB

BMW 1 Series F20 Fuel Filler Fill-In Flap Cover Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blue A76

€23.95

Part no. 7184076-BS

Fuel Flap Cover BMW F01 Fill In Flap Cap Panel Black Sapphire Metallic 475

€23.95

Part no. 7012740-BS2

BMW Z4 E85 Fuel Filler Flap Fill In Cover Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 7012740

€23.95

Part no. 7012740-TDB

BMW Z4 E85 E86 Fuel Filler Fill Flap Cap Cover Toledoblau Metallic 482 7012740

€23.95

Part no. 7L5809905B-BAB-1

Porsche Cayenne Turbo 9PA Fuel Filler Flap Basalt Black - C9Z 7L5809905B

€23.95

Part no. A2518200197-3

Mercedes W164 C219 W221 Resistor Fuel Flap Release Actuator Motor A2518200197

€23.95

Part no. 8E0809905E-LS

Audi A4 B7 Fuel Filler Flap Tank Cap Light Silver Metallic - LY7W 8E0809905E

€23.95

Part no. BM51-A405A02-AC-PBL

Ford Focus Mk3 Fuel Filler Flap Cover Trim Door Panther Black BM51-A405A02-AC

€23.95

Part no. 8E0862153A

Audi A4 B7 Fuel Flap Filler Release Actuator Motor Unit 8E0862153A

€23.95

Part no. 7300931-AW

BMW F31 Fuel Tank Cover Filler Flap Cover Trim Alpine White 300 7300931

€23.95

Part no. 7166825-MTB

BMW 1 Series E82 E88 Fill In Flap Fuel Cover Cap Montegoblau Montego Blue A51

€23.95

Part no. 6F0809905J

Seat Ibiza V Petrol Fuel Filler Flap Cap Base Cover 6F0809905J

€51.95

Part no. MT76-S405A02-A

Ford Transit Courier Mk1 Fuel Tank Door Flap Trim Cover Panel MT76-S405A02-A

€23.95

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