02-25-2023, 10:36 AM | #1 |
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530e Charging Flap issue
If you own a 530e, you’ll eventually run into an issue with the charging door not opening. This prevents you from being able to connect the charging cable, pretty much defeating the purpose of owning a PHEV. The failure mechanism is the lock solenoid that won’t release. The fix is to replace the whole door housing. It comes with a new solenoid. It’s BMW part # 51177387935. Costs around $70.
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02-25-2023, 01:57 PM | #3 |
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Not too difficult. Took about 15 minutes. You have to drill out the “dimples” in order to put a small screwdriver in to pry it free. Then disconnect the 2 electrical connectors. The outside panel also has to be carefully pried and slid off.
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04-10-2023, 12:27 PM | #5 |
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Had this happen on my 545e. Had to pull the cord situated under the hood to release the flap door. Now I have this message constantly on my idrive screen 'charging port flap door open'. How do i get rid of this message?
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04-10-2023, 07:39 PM | #6 |
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Mines been showing that message randomly also. Hope it’s nothing too serious.
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