BMW X3 Series E83 E83N LCI Fuel Filler Fill-in Flap Cover Titansilber Silver

BMW E83 X3 Fuel Filler Flap titansilber is an original body part from the Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories group, designed for the rear of the vehicle. Thanks to the factory color Titansilber Metallic - 354, it ensures a consistent look with the body paint and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct replacement of a damaged flap.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7055877-TS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7055877
• Substitutable numbers: 51177055877, 7055877, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Titansilber Metallic - 354
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW E83 X3

The presented fuel filler flap has been designed specifically for the rear body section of the BMW X3 E83 series. This ensures the preservation of factory body lines, proper fitment with the filler recess, and compatibility with the standard opening and closing mechanism. Installation is done in place of the original part, without the need for body structure modifications.

Titansilber Metallic - 354 Color and Paint Aspects

The factory shade Titansilber Metallic - 354 is a popular color used by BMW, allowing for a uniform paint surface across the entire body. In practice, this means reducing or completely eliminating the need for repainting, provided that other body elements are of the same shade and in a similar visual condition. For body and paint shops, this is a convenient solution that shortens repair time and facilitates quality control of the final result.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The flap comes from a disassembly, which allows for the preservation of original geometry and material parameters consistent with BMW's factory standards. A used body part of this type is often chosen for accident repairs and for localized renovation of the rear area when preserving the original structure and fit with the rest of the body is a priority. This type of solution is beneficial both economically and in terms of compliance with factory specifications.

Protective and Operational Function

The fuel filler flap plays an important protective role for the filler neck and the surrounding body area. A correctly selected part:

• protects the cap and filler neck from external contaminants,
• limits the impact of atmospheric factors on the filler area,
• visually stabilizes the side and rear line of the vehicle,
• ensures proper closing and operation of the opening mechanism.

Thanks to this, replacing a damaged flap with an original part from the same model series restores both the functionality and visual consistency of the rear body section.

BMW Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories – Expansion and Repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the fuel filler area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as additional flaps, covers, or compatible mounting accessories, check the available parts in the category BMW Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories.

Technical Support and Knowledge of the Fuel System

When replacing components in the fuel filler area, it is advisable to understand the relationships between the mechanical body part and the fuel system itself. A detailed discussion of the system's construction and operation, along with practical tips for diagnostics and component selection by catalog numbers, can be found in the article Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair.

Summary

BMW E83 X3 Fuel Filler Flap titansilber is an original, used body part intended for the rear of the vehicle, allowing for a technically correct and aesthetic replacement of a damaged flap. The factory color Titansilber Metallic - 354 facilitates maintaining paint consistency, and the construction compliant with BMW standards promotes quick installation and restoration of full functionality to the fuel filler area.