BMW X3 Series E83 LCI Fuel Filler Fill in Flap Cover Schwarz 2 Black 7055877

The BMW X3 E83 LCI Fuel Filler Flap is an original body part from the Fuel Filler Caps & Accessories category, designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory origin, it ensures a proper fit with the body, maintaining the vehicle's lines and the flap's correct geometry. Finished in Schwarz 2 - 668, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement of a damaged part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7055877-SCH
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7055877
• Substitutable numbers: 51177055877, 7055877
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Schwarz 2 - 668
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and Fitment for BMW X3 E83 LCI

The presented flap is structurally adapted to the facelifted version of the BMW X3 E83 LCI, meaning it is compatible with the body lines, bending radii, and mounting methods specified by the manufacturer. The part has been designed as a component of the fuel filler system, maintaining appropriate rigidity and stability during opening and closing.

Thanks to the use of a factory mounting solution, the flap works with the original hinge and opening mechanism, minimizing the risk of paint stress and leaks around the fuel filler neck.

Schwarz 2 - 668 Color and Visual Aspect

The Schwarz 2 - 668 color is a characteristic, deep black used in BMW's palette, allowing for a seamless match with the factory body paint. For cars in this shade, this reduces the need for additional painting work or simplifies it to minimal correction.

Choosing a flap in the correct color is important not only for aesthetics but also for practical reasons – a properly matched shade minimizes the visibility of tonal differences between body panels after repair, which is crucial for maintaining the vehicle's value and its uniform appearance.

Technical Function in the Fuel Filler System

As a part from the Fuel Filler Caps & Accessories category, the flap serves a protective role for the fuel filler neck, shielding the cap and the area around the opening from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage. A correctly chosen and installed flap reduces the risk of dirt entering the cap area, contributing to the trouble-free operation of the fuel system.

Stable mounting on the rear of the vehicle ensures repeatable closing and maintains the correct position relative to the fender, which is important for both sealing and the vehicle's aerodynamics in this area.

Used Condition and Benefits of Choosing OE Parts

The offered fuel filler flap is a used part, allowing for an economical repair while maintaining original BMW specifications. Choosing used OE parts is a beneficial solution for users who expect factory fitment and compatibility with existing body components, without the need for adapter modifications.

A used body component of this type is particularly suitable for post-accident repairs, minor cosmetic corrections, and restoring the vehicle to a factory-like condition, preserving its original lines and proportions.

Practical Installation and Maintenance Tips

When replacing the fuel filler flap on a BMW X3 E83 LCI, it is worth paying attention to:

• correct seating in the hinge and opening mechanism,
• even gaps between the flap and adjacent body panels,
• the condition of seals around the fuel filler neck,
• color consistency with the rest of the bodywork.

This approach allows for the restoration of full functionality to the fuel filler area and the aesthetic appearance of the rear of the vehicle, without the need for structural modifications to the body.

If you need other parts related to the protection and enclosure of the fuel filler in your BMW, check the available parts in the BMW Fuel Filler Caps & Accessories category.

To better understand the importance of a properly protected fuel filler for the entire fuel system, it is worth consulting a guide describing the diagnostics, selection, and operation of fuel system components – this is discussed in detail in the article Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair.