BMW F30 Fuel Tank Fill In Filler Flap Cover Trim Alpine White - 300

BMW F30 Fuel Tank Fill In Filler Flap Cover Trim Alpine White - 300 is an original body component designed for the rear section of the vehicle, ensuring an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct closure of the fuel filler. The paint in the Alpinweiss 3 - 300 shade allows for a seamless match with the factory body color, reducing the need for additional painting. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork adjustments, or replacing a damaged flap.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7238058-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7238058
• Substitutable numbers: 7238058, 41007238058
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the BMW F30 fuel filler flap

The fuel filler flap on the BMW F30 model is responsible for tightly and securely covering the fuel filler in the rear body section. This component:

• protects the cap and filler neck from dirt and weather conditions,
• visually stabilizes the side line of the body,
• limits the risk of moisture entering the area around the fuel system.

Thanks to its precise fit to the BMW body geometry, the cover works with the hinge and opening mechanism, maintaining proper flap operation during daily use.

Alpinweiss 3 - 300 color and paint matching

The factory color Alpinweiss 3 - 300 is a characteristic, bright white used on many BMW F30 units. Using a cover in this shade allows you to:

• maintain color consistency with other body panels,
• minimize the scope of paint work when replacing a damaged flap,
• keep a uniform vehicle appearance after body repairs.

For body shops and car owners who care about the aesthetics of their vehicle, this is a convenient solution that shortens repair time and facilitates quality control of the final result.

Mounting characteristics and application in the rear of the vehicle

The fuel filler flap is mounted in the rear zone of the body, in the immediate vicinity of the fuel tank. The design of the element is adapted to work with the factory hinge and opening mechanism, which allows for maintaining the standard functionality of the flap. In practice, this means:

• the possibility of using the element for post-accident repairs in the area of the rear fender,
• easier restoration of the original geometry and body lines,
• maintaining the ergonomics of fuel filler operation during refueling.

For services specializing in the BMW brand and users who are assembling body parts themselves, this is a functional component that allows for the precise recreation of the factory look.

Benefits of using an original fuel filler flap

Using an original fuel filler flap in a BMW F30 translates into a number of practical benefits:

• factory fit to the body – maintaining proper gaps and body lines,
• compatibility with the standard opening and closing mechanism,
• color consistency with the Alpinweiss 3 - 300 paint,
• possibility of use in professional body and paint repairs.

Thanks to this, the element will work well both in workshops dealing with post-accident repairs and for users who want to restore the aesthetics of the vehicle after local damage to the flap.

BMW fuel filler flaps and accessories – expanding the filler zone

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

Technical support and knowledge about the fuel system

When working in the rear body area, near the fuel tank, it is worth knowing the basic principles of operation and maintenance of the entire fuel system. Detailed information on diagnostics, selecting components by catalog numbers, and operating principles can be found in the article Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration, which provides practical supplementary knowledge when planning repairs in this area of the vehicle.