BMW X3 F25 Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cover Melbourne Red Metallic - A75 7265256

BMW X3 F25 Fuel Filler Flap Cover Red 7265256 is an original body part from the Fuel Filler Caps & Accessories group, designed for the rear of the vehicle. The paint in the shade Melbourne Red Metallic - A75 allows for an aesthetic match to the factory body color, and the OEM design ensures proper fitment with the car body.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7270821-MRT
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7270821
• Substitutable numbers: 51177270821, 7270821, 7265256, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Fuel Door
• Color: Melbourne Red Metallic - A75
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Intended Use and Function of the Part

The fuel filler flap cover in the BMW X3 F25 is responsible for protecting the filler neck from contaminants and for maintaining a consistent side body line. Its placement at the rear of the vehicle exposes the part to weather conditions and mechanical damage, making its proper condition important for both the car's operation and appearance.

The presented flap is an original BMW part, which translates to dimensional accuracy with the factory paneling and correct operation of the fuel filler opening and closing mechanism after proper installation.

Color and Paint Matching

The part is finished in the color Melbourne Red Metallic - A75, characteristic of many BMW X3 F25 models. This allows for a uniform paint surface without the need for additional shade matching, provided the other body panels are in the same color.

The metallic paint provides an attractive visual effect, harmonizing well with the body contours and the SUV's side profile. In case of accident repairs or localized bodywork and paint corrections, using an original flap in the correct color minimizes the scope of painting work.

Installation Characteristics

The fuel filler flap cover is designed for installation at the rear of the BMW X3 F25 body, in place of the factory fuel filler. The OEM design allows for the use of original mounting points and cooperation with the standard opening mechanism, which simplifies the replacement process in a workshop environment.

In practice, installation involves removing the damaged flap, transferring necessary hardware components (if present in the specific vehicle), and installing the presented part in the factory location. Due to the maintained geometry, it is possible to achieve even gaps with adjacent body panels.

Condition and Service Application

The part is used, making it a cost-effective solution for accident repairs, visual corrections, and restoring the vehicle to a near-factory condition at controlled costs. In many cases, using an original used part allows for a better fit than aftermarket replacements that lack full dimensional compatibility.

The fuel filler flap cover is suitable as a replacement part after mechanical damage, as well as in situations where a visual correction of the rear bodywork is necessary, e.g., after scratches or local body repairs.

Integration with the Fuel System and Additional Information

Although the fuel filler flap is a body part, its proper functioning is important for the operation of the fuel system – it protects the cap and the filler area from water, road salt, and dirt, which reduces the risk of problems during refueling. For more extensive service work on the engine's fuel supply, it is advisable to broaden your knowledge of the entire system. The article: Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair, which discusses diagnostics, OEM part selection, and operating principles, will be helpful.

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 additional covers, accessory caps, or trim elements around the filler, check the available parts in the BMW Fuel Filler Caps & Accessories category.