Extracting fuel after a defect in the suction jet pump or fuel pump
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 BMW 750xi, 2011 BMW 750Lxi, 2010 BMW 750xi, and 2010 BMW 750Lxi. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Draw off right half of tank completely through fuel filler pipe.
Remove flange cover. See FLANGE COVER (OUTER FUEL FILTER) and FLANGE COVER .
Insert extraction hose through service opening in tank, fuel (also residual quantity) can be drawn off.