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

The BMW X3 E83 LCI Fuel Filler Flap Cover in Schwarz 2 - 668 is an original body part designed for the rear of the vehicle. As part of the Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories group, it ensures proper protection of the filler neck, visual consistency with the body paint, and correct operation of the flap in daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7055877-SCH2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7055877
• Substitutable numbers: 51177055877, 7055877, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Schwarz 2 - 668
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW X3 E83 LCI

The presented fuel filler flap cover has been specifically designed for the BMW X3 E83 model after the facelift (LCI), with its placement at the rear of the vehicle. This ensures a precise fit to the factory fender shape, correct hinge geometry, and compatibility with the standard flap opening and closing mechanism.

By using an original BMW component, the vehicle's body lines are maintained, and installation does not require bodywork modifications or interference with the vehicle's structure. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, body and paint corrections, or replacement of a damaged flap.

Schwarz 2 - 668 Color and Visual Aspect

The cover is finished in the factory color Schwarz 2 - 668, which allows for a uniform paint surface on the rear fender and fuel filler area. For many BMW X3 E83 LCI owners, this is important from an aesthetic perspective – especially for repairs where the aim is to restore the vehicle's original appearance as faithfully as possible.

Choosing a part in the correct paint shade limits the scope of painting work and facilitates achieving a cohesive visual effect. In practice, this translates to shorter repair times and a more predictable final result.

Functional Characteristics and Installation

As a rear-mounted body part, the fuel filler flap cover serves a protective and functional role. A correctly chosen flap:

• protects the fuel filler area from external contaminants,
• stabilizes the filler cap's position during operation,
• maintains the correct body line in the rear fender area.

A component from this group is particularly important for collision repairs, where damage occurs in the rear part of the vehicle. Using an original cover facilitates workshop work and allows for the preservation of factory gaps and panel alignment with adjacent parts.

Part Condition and Service Application

The fuel filler flap cover is offered as a used part, which represents a reasonable compromise between repair cost and maintaining original BMW specifications. Such components are often chosen by body and paint shops as well as individual users looking for a factory body part at an attractive price, while ensuring correct fitment.

This solution is suitable for both spot repairs (replacing the flap itself) and broader restoration work on the rear of the vehicle, where conformity with the factory geometry and vehicle structure is crucial.

BMW Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories – Expansion and Modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the fuel filler area on your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as additional flaps, covers, or accessory trim elements, check the available parts in the BMW Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories category.

To better understand the importance of a properly functioning fuel filler in the context of the entire fuel system, it is worth reading the guide on diagnostics and operation – detailed information can be found in the article “Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair”.