Fuel Cover BMW F11 Fill-in Flap Filler Titan Silver - 354

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Fuel Cover BMW F11 Fill-in Flap Filler Titan Silver in Titansilber Metallic - 354 is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and caps category, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. The product comes from a dismantled vehicle, making it a cost-effective solution for accident repairs, paint touch-ups, or replacing a damaged flap. Its original origin ensures proper fitment with the bodywork and consistency with the styling lines of the BMW F11 series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7206566-TS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7206566
• Substitutable numbers: 51177206566, 7206566
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Titansilber Metallic - 354
• Category: Fuel Tank Caps

Purpose and function of the component

The fuel filler flap in the BMW F11 series is responsible for covering the fuel filler neck, protecting the filler area from dirt, and maintaining the continuity of the side body line. Its location in the rear part of the vehicle makes the component susceptible to parking damage, minor collisions, or marks from improper refueling, which is why replacing it with a functional component is often the simplest service solution.

The offered flap is compatible with the factory body geometry of the BMW, which allows for maintaining correct gaps and the proper operation of the hinge and opening mechanism. As a result, no additional modifications or adjustments are required after installation.

Color and paint matching

The presented component is finished in the Titansilber Metallic - 354 shade, characteristic of many BMW F11 units. For users who own a vehicle in the same color, the flap can be used as a ready-to-install part without the need for full repainting, after verifying the shade compatibility with the specific vehicle.

In case of use on a vehicle with a different body color, the flap can serve as a solid base for repainting – the original structure and quality of the substrate facilitate surface preparation, and the factory geometry minimizes the risk of fitment issues after paint work.

Benefits of using an original BMW flap

Using an original fuel filler flap for the BMW F11 offers a number of practical advantages:

• maintaining the factory body line and stylistic consistency of the vehicle,
• proper operation of the opening and closing mechanism,
• easier installation due to compatibility with factory mounting points,
• possibility of reducing repair costs compared to a new component.

For body shops and service centers specializing in the BMW brand, such a component is a practical solution for local repairs of the rear body section.

Use in repairs and upgrades

The Fuel Cover BMW F11 Fill-in Flap Filler Titan Silver is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for more extensive work on the rear part of the vehicle, e.g., after a collision or during visual bodywork corrections. A used, original component allows for maintaining consistency with other body panels, which is important for cars serviced with attention to detail.

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, caps, or filler covers, check the available parts in the BMW fuel filler flaps and caps category.

Technical support and knowledge about the fuel system

When working on the fuel filler area, it is worth knowing the basics of how the entire fuel system operates to avoid installation errors and unnecessary faults. Detailed information on diagnostics, selecting components by catalog numbers, and operating principles can be found in the article "Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration", which can be a practical supplement when planning repairs in the fuel filler area.