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Refueling Fuel specifications
As long as the filler nozzle is used prop-
erly, the fuel tank is full whenever the
nozzle shuts off the first time.
To prevent damage to the cata-
lytic converter, do not drive until
the fuel tank is empty.<
Tank capacity: approx. 24.6 gal.
(approx. 93 liters), with a reserve
capacity of
> 6-cylinder engine: approx. 2.0 gal.
(approx. 8 liters)
> 8-cylinder engine: approx. 2.5 gal.
(approx. 10 liters).
Close the filler cap carefully after
refueling until a "click" is heard.
While closing, be sure not to squeeze
the strap which is fastened to the cap.
A loose or missing cap will activate the
message "CHECK FILLER CAP" in the
Check Control
* or the "Check Filler
Cap" lamp
*.<
The engine uses lead-free gasoline
only.
Required fuel:
> Premium Unleaded Gasoline,
min. 91 AKI.
AKI = Anti Knock Index
Do not use leaded fuels. The use
of leaded fuels will cause perma-
nent damage to the system's oxygen
sensor and the catalytic converter.<
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG
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