BMW X6 E71 Fuel Filler Cover Fill in Flap Cap Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76 2147588

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. BMW X6 E71 Fuel Filler Cover Fill in Flap Cap Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76 is an original body component from the Fuel filler covers and accessories category, designed for the factory fuel filler in the BMW X6 E71 model. The paint in the Tiefseeblau Metallic – A76 shade allows for maintaining color consistency of the bodywork and reduces the need for additional painting after installation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2147588-DSB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2147588
• Substitutable numbers: 51172147588, 2147588
• Part type: Fuel Door
• Color: Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and fitment for BMW X6 E71

The presented fuel filler flap has been designed specifically for the construction of the BMW X6 E71 generation, maintaining factory mounting points and geometry. As a result, the component works with the standard fuel filler opening and closing mechanism, ensuring proper adhesion to the fender panel and stable seating in the socket. The original BMW origin means that the flap complies with factory dimensional tolerances, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of leaks in the fuel filler area. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs or when replacing a damaged body component.

Tiefseeblau Metallic – A76 color

The finish in Tiefseeblau Metallic – A76 is a characteristic deep blue metallic color used in the BMW range. The metallic structure of the paint provides an attractive play of light on the surface of the flap, while simultaneously maintaining visual consistency with other body panels in the same shade. For owners of a BMW X6 E71 in this color, this means the possibility of replacing the flap without the need for full painting of the entire component, which shortens repair time and reduces costs. For professional body and paint shops, it is also a convenient solution for precise local repairs.

Characteristics of the used component

The product is in the category of used body components, which in practice means that it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of normal wear. This type of part is a good choice when the priority is to maintain the original BMW quality of workmanship while reducing repair costs compared to new components. A used fuel filler flap is a solution often chosen for post-accident repairs, visual corrections, and restoring the vehicle to a state close to factory condition, while maintaining the original paint structure and factory stampings.

Protective and operational function

The fuel filler flap in the BMW X6 E71 performs an important protective function within the fuel system – it protects the cap and the filler neck from direct exposure to weather conditions, dirt, and mechanical damage. A properly fitted component limits the risk of water and contaminants entering the area around the filler, which promotes trouble-free operation of the fuel system. For users who want to better understand the importance of a properly secured fuel filler in the context of the entire power supply system, the following article will be helpful: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

BMW fuel filler covers and accessories – expanding the filler zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, shields, or accessory protective elements, check the available parts in the BMW fuel filler covers and accessories category.

Why it is worth choosing an original BMW component

Choosing an original fuel filler flap for the BMW X6 E71 primarily ensures reliable fitment to the bodywork and compliance with the vehicle's factory design line. A component designed by the vehicle manufacturer works better with the existing structure, which translates into even gaps, proper closing, and a consistent appearance of the entire side of the body. For users who are also considering other used body or glass components, tips on selecting original components from dismantling, described in the article, may be useful: Why it is often worth choosing a used original with the manufacturer's logo when replacing parts.