BMW F23 Fuel Filler Fill Flap Cover Panel Tiefseeblau A76 7301817

BMW F23 Fuel Filler Fill Flap Cover Panel Tiefseeblau A76 is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, designed for BMW F23 series models. The paint in the Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76 shade allows for an aesthetic match to the factory body color, which facilitates the replacement of a damaged flap without the need for a full repainting of the element.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7301817-DSB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7301817
• Substitutable numbers: 51177301817, 7301817, BG
• Color: Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the component

The presented fuel filler flap is a factory body panel used in the BMW F23, responsible for covering the fuel filler and maintaining the consistent side line of the bodywork. As a part from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, it provides protection for the fuel filler against dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage, while simultaneously contributing to the visual continuity of the fender and rear quarter panel surface. The Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76 color is a characteristic metallic shade used by the factory in BMW vehicles, which allows for color consistency when replacing the element with a used one sourced from dismantling. This limits the scope of any potential paint work to only minor touch-ups.

Technical characteristics and fitment

As an original BMW part, the fuel filler flap has been designed while maintaining factory dimensional tolerances, which translates into proper fitment with the hinge, opening mechanism, and body line. The panel construction is prepared for installation in the factory location, without the need for bodywork modifications or adapter adjustments. The element has an assigned OEM part number and associated replacement numbers, which facilitates compatibility verification with a specific version of the BMW F23. In practice, this means the ability to precisely match the part based on catalog data, without the risk of purchasing a non-fitting panel.

Condition, origin, and service application

The cover comes from dismantling and is offered as a used part, which is a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs or replacing body elements due to wear and tear. A used BMW body panel allows for the preservation of the original material structure and factory embossing profile, which is particularly important for precisely setting the gaps between body elements. This solution works well both in body and paint repairs after collisions, as well as in local body renovations when only the fuel filler flap has been damaged. Using an original panel with paint in the Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76 color allows for reduced repair time and minimizes the scope of intervention in adjacent elements.

Benefits of using an original BMW flap

Using an original BMW F23 fuel filler cover brings a number of practical benefits:

• factory fitment to the body line and fender geometry,
• preservation of color consistency thanks to the Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76 paint,
• compatibility with the factory opening mechanism and hinge,
• possibility to limit paint work to a minimum. For body and paint workshops as well as users who care about the aesthetics of the vehicle, this means faster installation, a predictable final result, and better fitment than in the case of non-factory replacements.

Related elements and technical knowledge

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 panels, covers, or accessory finishing elements, check the available parts in the BMW Fuel filler flaps and accessories category. When working with the fuel supply system, it is also worth paying attention to the condition of components responsible for fuel dosing and the tightness of the entire system. To better understand the relationships between mechanical elements and fuel equipment and to plan repairs consciously, read the article: Fuel dosing problems – what to look for when buying a used injection pump and fuel rails?.

Summary

BMW F23 Fuel Filler Fill Flap Cover Panel Tiefseeblau A76 is a practical solution for users and workshops looking for an original, used body element in the factory color. Thanks to precise fitment, preservation of the body line, and compliance with the factory mounting system, this part allows for an efficient and technically correct repair of the fuel filler area, while maintaining the aesthetics characteristic of the BMW brand.