BMW F10 F20 F30 F32 Fuel Tank Filler Cap Cover M performance Carbon Look 7482902

BMW F10 F20 F30 F32 Fuel Tank Filler Cap Cover M performance Carbon Look is an original M Performance fuel filler flap designed for modern BMW F-series models. The carbon look finish emphasizes the dynamic character of the vehicle while maintaining a factory-perfect fit to the bodywork. It is a practical solution for drivers who want to combine sporty aesthetics with the manufacturer's standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7482902-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7482902
• Substitutable numbers: 16117482902, 7482902
• Category: Fuel Tank Caps

Purpose and compatibility

The presented fuel filler flap has been designed for popular BMW F-family models, such as the F10, F20, F30, or F32. Thanks to a design consistent with factory solutions, it ensures proper alignment with the body line and correct operation with the fuel filler mechanism. This is particularly important for body components that must maintain tightness and proper geometry relative to the car body.

Construction and M Performance styling

The flap belongs to the Fuel filler flaps and caps category, but stands out with its sporty carbon look finish, inspired by the M Performance line. This styling gives the vehicle a more dynamic, modern character, blending well with aerodynamic packages, side skirts, or bumpers with a sporty profile. The applied surface is designed to be resistant to typical operational stresses, such as frequent opening, contact with fuel, or temperature changes.

Function and role in the fuel system

The component plays a key role in protecting the fuel filler area from external contaminants and weather conditions. A properly selected flap:

• protects the filler area from water, mud, and road salt,
• stabilizes the position of the fuel filler cap,
• supports the aesthetics of the side bodywork,
• ensures visual consistency with the BMW F-series body line.

By maintaining the factory mounting geometry, the flap works with the existing opening mechanism, which facilitates daily vehicle operation and does not require any interference with the body structure.

Condition, origin, and service application

The product comes from the BMW range and is an OE component, which means it complies with the manufacturer's factory standards. As a used part, it is a reasonable choice for accident repairs, replacing damaged body components, or budget-friendly upgrades to M Performance styling. In practice, it will work well both in workshops specializing in the BMW brand and for individual users who are assembling body components themselves.

Technical support and component selection

When selecting a fuel filler flap for a specific BMW vehicle, it is worth paying attention to compatibility with the body version and the vehicle's production year. Comparing the shape and mounting points with the currently installed component can be helpful. In the case of expanding or repairing the fuel system, including the cap, lines, or tank, you will find useful information in the article describing the principles of diagnostics and operation – check the material: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization 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.

For users interested in broader vehicle upgrades using components from higher trim levels, including the M Performance line, a valuable source of knowledge may be the guide on modernizations using used parts – more information can be found here: Retrofitting in VAG and BMW group cars – how to upgrade your car affordably.