Fuel Tank Question

GreekboyD · 04-13-2014, 11:21 AM

Just a general question to those who add fuel additives, cleaners, etc. What instrument/tool do you guys use to push back the metal clip inside the fuel tank neck, thus allowing you to get the additive into the tank?

Thanks.

Nushibo · 04-13-2014, 11:38 AM

When you bought the car it should of came with an OEM fuel adapter. Its used in case you're sol at a truck stop and need to fill with larger diameter pumps nozzles.

Edit for link! http://www.amazon.com/TDI-Diesel-Fue.../dp/B00696Y74O

its for a VW but it looks exactly like mine.

As for mine works great may need a new one when this becomes too dirty. Been using optilube/ biodiesel.

montr · 04-13-2014, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by GreekboyD

Just a general question to those who add fuel additives, cleaners, etc. What instrument/tool do you guys use to push back the metal clip inside the fuel tank neck, thus allowing you to get the additive into the tank?

Thanks.

For fuel additive, just pour it slowly, no need to push the misfuel prevention block.

Big_Daddy_38 · 04-13-2014, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by montr

For fuel additive, just pour it slowly, no need to push the misfuel prevention block.

+1

ssbourbon1 · 04-13-2014, 05:03 PM

I am glad that this was asked. I was at a Shell station by me and was unable to fuel up not because of the nozzle being too big, but the opposite, it was too darn small. Just a green wrapped regular fuel nozzle size....now I know that I will be good no matter where I go. Just ordered it

TDIwyse · 04-13-2014, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by montr

For fuel additive, just pour it slowly, no need to push the misfuel prevention block.

Ditto.

GreekboyD · 04-13-2014, 06:19 PM

So you guys are saying remove the cap, then simply pour it into the neck and it'll find its way into the tank?

335dFan · 04-13-2014, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekboyD

So you guys are saying remove the cap, then simply pour it into the neck and it'll find its way into the tank?

That's what they're saying, but I have never tried that. I just use that little black gadget that came with the car along with the rubber gloves.

Nushibo · 04-13-2014, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekboyD

So you guys are saying remove the cap, then simply pour it into the neck and it'll find its way into the tank?

That works too but if you end up like a few of us that adapter is nice lol

Hoooper · 04-13-2014, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekboyD

So you guys are saying remove the cap, then simply pour it into the neck and it'll find its way into the tank?

Yep. If you look closely at that plate, it doesn't completely shut off the neck, so just pour slowly and it will seep past the gate

GreekboyD · 04-13-2014, 08:05 PM

Thanks guys. My car never came with the adapter and while I appreciate the link to it, it costs $30 just for shipping to Canada. I'm better off checking out my local VW and Audi dealers for it.

dzlmoose · 04-13-2014, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekboyD

Thanks guys. My car never came with the adapter and while I appreciate the link to it, it costs $30 just for shipping to Canada. I'm better off checking out my local VW and Audi dealers for it.

I bought one from the dealer for $13 bucks.

db252 · 04-13-2014, 08:53 PM

No need to open the flap. I use xpd and it goes in faster than I can pour it in not that I'm trying to make it overflow. No adapter needed.

TorqueAddict · 04-14-2014, 08:34 AM

Ya, i also add additives without pushing the metal flap open. just pour it in slowly.

GreekboyD · 04-14-2014, 01:35 PM

Thanks guys. Found an adapter at Parkview BMW for $14.

Big_Daddy_38 · 04-17-2014, 08:35 PM

Filled up at a Marathon this morning where fleets of garbage trucks fill up. Had to use the adapter to fill the tank (after slowly pouring in additional fluid). WHile filling I though "wow this seems to be really high velocity filling, i wonder what will happen when it is full." Well, the auto stop feature doesn't work with the adapter so it makes quite a mess, especially with those high flow nozzles. For now it's worth the mess since it is a high volume stating (and 300' from my work place!!!) I'll be washing the car tomorrow and waxing that quarter panel.

GreekboyD · 04-17-2014, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Big_Daddy_38

Filled up at a Marathon this morning where fleets of garbage trucks fill up. Had to use the adapter to fill the tank (after slowly pouring in additional fluid). WHile filling I though "wow this seems to be really high velocity filling, i wonder what will happen when it is full." Well, the auto stop feature doesn't work with the adapter so it makes quite a mess, especially with those high flow nozzles. For now it's worth the mess since it is a high volume stating (and 300' from my work place!!!) I'll be washing the car tomorrow and waxing that quarter panel.

Best thing is to listen carefully as you'll hear the fuel foaming up as it nears the collar of the tank. Shut it off the second you hear it doing this.

Puerto Rican 335d · 04-18-2014, 08:44 AM

Yes fuel adapter is the way amigo!!

and YES like Greek said LISTEN to it, it will help understand the limits

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Nushibo Second Lieutenant 23 Rep 294 Posts Drives: 335D Join Date: May 2012 Location: USA, West Palm Beach, FL iTrader: (2) Garage List 2011 BMW 335d [0.00]	When you bought the car it should of came with an OEM fuel adapter. Its used in case you're sol at a truck stop and need to fill with larger diameter pumps nozzles. Edit for link! http://www.amazon.com/TDI-Diesel-Fue.../dp/B00696Y74O its for a VW but it looks exactly like mine. As for mine works great may need a new one when this becomes too dirty. Been using optilube/ biodiesel. Last edited by Nushibo; 04-13-2014 at 11:44 AM..
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GreekboyD Brigadier General 411 Rep 3,049 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 335d Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Toronto, ON, Canada iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 335d [8.00]	So you guys are saying remove the cap, then simply pour it into the neck and it'll find its way into the tank?
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GreekboyD Brigadier General 411 Rep 3,049 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 335d Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Toronto, ON, Canada iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 335d [8.00]	Thanks guys. My car never came with the adapter and while I appreciate the link to it, it costs $30 just for shipping to Canada. I'm better off checking out my local VW and Audi dealers for it.
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db252 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 46 Posts Drives: 2011 335d x 2 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	No need to open the flap. I use xpd and it goes in faster than I can pour it in not that I'm trying to make it overflow. No adapter needed.
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TorqueAddict Lieutenant 171 Rep 504 Posts Drives: 340i - 335D Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Barrie, ON iTrader: (0)	Ya, i also add additives without pushing the metal flap open. just pour it in slowly.
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GreekboyD Brigadier General 411 Rep 3,049 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 335d Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Toronto, ON, Canada iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 335d [8.00]	Thanks guys. Found an adapter at Parkview BMW for $14.
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Big_Daddy_38 Private 5 Rep 67 Posts Drives: 2011 335d Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Southwest Ohio iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 335d [0.00]	Filled up at a Marathon this morning where fleets of garbage trucks fill up. Had to use the adapter to fill the tank (after slowly pouring in additional fluid). WHile filling I though "wow this seems to be really high velocity filling, i wonder what will happen when it is full." Well, the auto stop feature doesn't work with the adapter so it makes quite a mess, especially with those high flow nozzles. For now it's worth the mess since it is a high volume stating (and 300' from my work place!!!) I'll be washing the car tomorrow and waxing that quarter panel.
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