BMW X5 E70 Fill In Flap Fuel Filler Cover Cap Platinum Grey Metallic - A68

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW X5 E70 Fill In Flap Fuel Filler Cover Cap Platinum Grey Metallic - A68 is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, designed for factory installation in the E70 generation X5 model. The paint in the Platinum Grey Metallic - A68 shade ensures color consistency with the bodywork, facilitating an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct repair of the fuel filler area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7160634-PG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7160634
• Substitutable numbers: 51177160634, 7160634, 41117174439, 7174439
• Fuel type: No information
• Color: Platingrau Metallic - A68
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the component

The presented fuel filler flap is dedicated to the BMW X5 E70 and constitutes an integral part of the side paneling in the fuel tank area. It is responsible for covering the filler neck, protecting the fuel cap, and sealing the cavity against external contaminants. By maintaining the factory geometry, the component ensures proper fitment with the bodywork and correct operation of the flap opening mechanism.

Color and paint matching

The cover is finished in Platinum Grey Metallic - A68, used as a factory standard in the BMW X5 E70. For the user, this means the possibility of:

• maintaining a uniform paint surface in the fuel filler area,
• reducing or completely eliminating the need for repainting,
• achieving a consistent visual effect after body repairs.

Selecting a component with the same paint code is particularly important for local repairs, where precise matching of the shade and coating structure is essential.

Technical characteristics and installation

The fuel filler flap belongs to the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, meaning it has been designed to work with the factory hinge mechanism and filler housing in the BMW X5 E70. The design is intended for installation in place of the original flap, maintaining:

• factory mounting points,
• the correct body line contours,
• the proper gap relative to adjacent panels.

The component is used, which in practice allows for an economical repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Application in the fuel system

The flap works with the vehicle's fuel supply system, shielding the fuel filler area from water, mud, and road dust. A properly selected flap reduces the risk of contaminants entering the area around the fuel cap, which promotes trouble-free operation of the fuel system in the long term. For drivers interested in a broader look at this part of the vehicle, the article describing the diagnostics and operation of the entire fuel supply system will be useful – details can be found in the material Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

Benefits of choosing an original BMW cover

Using an original fuel filler flap for the BMW X5 E70 in Platinum Grey Metallic - A68 ensures:

• visual consistency with other body panels,
• preservation of the factory body lines and correct gaps,
• compatibility with the factory opening and closing mechanism,
• the possibility of an economical repair of the fuel filler area without interfering with the body structure.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional flaps, cavity covers, or accessory trim elements, check the available parts in the BMW fuel filler flaps and accessories category.