BMW X3 G01 F97 M Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cap Cover Black Sapphire - 475 7405755

The BMW X3 G01 / F97 M Fuel Filler Flap Cover in Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body part designed for the factory fueling system in BMW X3 G01 and F97 M models. Precise fit and body line conformity ensure an aesthetic finish for the fuel filler area and proper flap closure during daily use. This is a practical solution for users seeking a part that matches the factory BMW specification.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7405755-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7405755
• Substitutable numbers: 7405755, 41007405755
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and Function of the Fuel Filler Flap Cover

The presented BMW X3 G01 F97 M Fuel Filler Flap Cover is a body component responsible for covering the fuel neck and sealing the fuel filler area. A correctly chosen flap:

• protects the filler area from dirt and moisture,
• visually stabilizes the vehicle's side line,
• ensures compatibility with the factory opening and closing mechanism,
• maintains color consistency with the body paint.

Thanks to the use of an original component, the correct geometry is preserved, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional adjustments.

Color and Paint Matching

The flap is finished in the Black Sapphire Metallic shade, characteristic of the BMW palette. This metallic paint provides:

• visual consistency with factory-painted body elements,
• an attractive, deep optical effect in daylight and artificial light,
• the possibility of use as a replacement part without the need to change the vehicle's color.

In the case of bodywork and paint repairs, using a part in the same shade facilitates achieving a uniform color transition on adjacent panels.

Characteristics of an Original BMW Part

The fuel filler flap comes from the BMW line, which means adherence to factory dimensional and material standards. The original design ensures:

• compatibility with the standard hinge and opening mechanism,
• proper fit with the fender and adjacent elements,
• preservation of factory gaps and body division lines.

This item from the Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories category is suitable for both replacing a damaged flap after an accident and for spot repairs in the fuel filler area.

Condition and Service Application

The offered flap is a used part, allowing for economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original BMW specification. This type of component is suitable for situations where:

• the flap has suffered mechanical damage (cracks, deformation),
• replacement is necessary after bodywork repairs,
• it is important to maintain the vehicle's factory appearance without altering the body structure.

Choosing an original, used flap allows for compatibility with the factory mounting system and avoids problems with fitting characteristic body contours.

Technical Support and Part Selection

The fuel filler flap is linked to specific BMW factory designations, which facilitates its identification in parts catalogs and selection by manufacturer numbers. If you have doubts when planning repairs to the fueling system or replacing cover elements, it is worth consulting technical materials regarding the fuel system, such as the article Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair, which discusses principles of diagnostics and component selection by factory designations.

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

For users considering different service strategies for bodywork and fuel filler area repairs, the guide Car Parts – New or Used? Comparing Costs, Quality, and Durability may also be helpful, as it discusses practical aspects of choosing used components in terms of cost and durability.