BMW 3: Fuel supply
For the operation of the combustion engine, the G20 PHEV is equipped with a
pressurized fuel
tank. As a result during purely electric driving it is guaranteed that the
gasoline fumes remain in the
pressurized fuel tank. Only with the operation of the combustion engine is fresh
air drawn in by the
carbon canister for purging and the gasoline fumes are directed to the
combustion chamber.
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G20 PHEV components of the fuel supply in European version
Carbon canister
Pressurized fuel tank (in cast aluminum housing)
Fuel filler flap with cover
Fuel tank isolation valve
Cable for
G20 PHEV, system wiring diagram for fuel supply
Integrated supply module
Digital Motor Electronics (DME)
Shutoff valve purge air line (only for US version)
Body Domain Controller (BDC)
Fue
The pressurized fuel tank must be vented before refuelling. To initiate the
refuelling procedure, the
button in the driver's door first needs to be operated. The button is not active
when the vehicl
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Switching on drive-ready state
Depress the brake pedal.
Press the Start/Stop button.
Switching off drive-ready state
Steptronic transmission:
1. Engage selector lever position P with the vehicle
stopped.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
The engine is switched off.
3. Set the parking brake.
Aut
General information
Depending on the region, many gas stations sell
fuel that has been customized to winter or
summer conditions. Fuel that is available in winter,
for instance helps make a cold start easier.
Gasoline
General information
For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline should
be sulfur-fr