Fuel Flap BMW 7 F02 F03 F04 Tank Cap Cover Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 7198167

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Fuel Flap BMW 7 F02 F03 F04 Tank Cap Cover Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 is an original fuel filler flap designed for the luxury BMW 7 Series, finished in an elegant Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 color. This component belongs to the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, ensuring a visually and technically consistent fit with the bodywork and maintaining the vehicle's factory side profile. Using an OEM component is a sensible choice for post-accident repairs, paint touch-ups, or replacing a damaged fuel flap.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7198167-IBB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7198167
• Substitutable numbers: 7198167, 51177198167
• Color: Imperial Blue Metallic - A89
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and fitment for BMW 7 Series

The presented fuel filler flap has been designed specifically for the BMW 7 Series F02, F03, and F04 body styles. This ensures the retention of factory shapes, the correct sheet metal bending radius, and compatibility with the side lines of the door and fender. As a result, once installed, the flap creates a uniform surface with the bodywork, without unnatural gaps or geometric discrepancies.

The original design ensures:

• correct positioning relative to the hinge and filler housing,
• compatibility with the factory opening mechanism,
• maintenance of the proper rigidity and stability of the component during operation.

Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 color

The Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 finish is characteristic of premium BMW 7 Series versions and allows for aesthetic matching to the bodywork without the need for full repainting from scratch (in many cases, minor touch-ups are sufficient). The metallic paint structure harmonizes well with the limousine's lines, emphasizing its prestigious character.

Selecting a flap in the same paint code reduces the risk of shade differences between body panels, which is particularly important during post-collision repairs or when replacing individual panels.

Functional characteristics and installation

The fuel filler flap belongs to the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, meaning it is a component that interacts directly with the filler housing and the fuel system from the exterior of the body. A correctly selected flap:

• protects the filler area from dirt and moisture,
• stabilizes the area around the fuel cap,
• reduces the risk of corrosion in the filler housing area.

An original element from this group typically allows for plug-and-play installation, utilizing factory mounting points and the existing opening mechanism. This simplifies bodywork and assembly tasks, shortening repair time.

Why choose a used OEM BMW flap

A used OEM fuel filler flap for the BMW 7 Series is a solution that combines controlled costs with the preservation of factory-quality fitment. Compared to aftermarket replacements, the original component better replicates:

• body geometry and crease lines,
• paint structure and metallic effect,
• material rigidity and hinge operation.

For users who want to learn more about the subject of choosing second-hand parts for this brand, the article on the benefits of buying used BMW parts, which discusses economic and operational aspects, may be helpful.

Fuel filler area and the fuel system

The fuel filler flap, although a body component, is significant for protecting the external part of the fuel system – in particular, the filler housing and the cap. A properly functioning flap limits the ingress of dirt and moisture, which promotes trouble-free operation of the entire fuel supply system.

If you want to better understand how the filler area fits into the operation of the entire fuel system, it is worth checking out the guide on the construction and maintenance of the fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank, which covers diagnostics, component selection, and operating principles.

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