BMW F11 Fuel Flap Cover Fill-in Filler Trim Cover Imperial Blue Metallic - A89

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F11 Fuel Flap Cover Fill-in Filler Trim Cover Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 is an original body component from the Fuel flaps and caps group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 color, it allows for maintaining visual consistency of the bodywork and restoring aesthetics after damage or a collision. It is a practical solution for users who value compliance with BMW factory specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7206566-IBB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7206566
• Substitutable numbers: 51177206566, 7206566
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Color: Imperial Blue Metallic - A89
• Category: Fuel Tank Caps

Purpose and function of the fuel filler flap

The presented flap is dedicated to the BMW 5 Series F11 generation estate body and is mounted in the rear part of the vehicle. It is responsible for covering the fuel filler, protecting the cap and the filler neck from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage. For gasoline-powered vehicles, it is important both for protecting the fuel system and for maintaining the proper appearance of the side body panel.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in the factory Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 shade, characteristic of many high-end BMW configurations. This allows for an aesthetic match of the flap to the existing paint without the need for additional painting, provided the rest of the bodywork has retained the same color code. This solution is particularly beneficial for spot repairs after minor parking damage or replacing the component after disassembly.

Technical characteristics and installation

The flap belongs to the Fuel flaps and caps group, which means it has been designed with proper fitment in mind for the filler recess and the opening mechanism in the BMW F11. Its placement in the rear part of the vehicle requires maintaining the correct geometry so that the flap operates smoothly, does not rub against adjacent elements, and works correctly with the hinge and any central locking mechanism. As a part intended for a gasoline fuel system, it supports safe use of the fuel filler by limiting the access of external factors to the cap area.

Component condition and service application

The offered flap is a used part, which makes it an attractive option for post-accident repairs, body service, or restoring the vehicle to a near-factory state at controlled costs. It works well both in the case of replacing a damaged flap and when completing missing elements after disassembly. Choosing an original flap from dismantling allows for maintaining proper fitment with the body line and compliance with the factory paint color.

Integration with the fuel system and service knowledge

Although the fuel filler flap is not a mechanical component of the fuel system, its proper operation affects the protection of the filler area and the comfort of daily refueling. For users who want to better understand the connections between the filler cover and other fuel components, a guide describing diagnostics, part selection by numbers, and operating principles may be useful. For this purpose, it is worth reading the article Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration, which organizes key service information.

Related categories and fuel area expansion

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