How to Open the Gas Tank of a 1987 BMW


1. Turn the key of your car to the 'on' position if the gas tank door has not unlocked. Press the unlock door switch. This should unlock the gas tank door.
2. Should the gas tank door still not open, open the trunk and pull back the carpet on the side of the fuel tank. Find the 'manual release fuel door button' and press it. Open the gas tank door.
3.
A gas tank door may be stuck and need lubrication.
If the door of the gas tank is stuck, use a flat-head screwdriver to gently pry it open. Feel for the lever that has the door fastened and manually release the lock with the screwdriver. Open the door. Add some spray lubricant and exercise the door to keep it from sticking again.
4. Turn the gas cap counterclockwise and remove it.