"full tank click" when pumping gas

Virage · 08-14-2011, 09:48 PM

hey guys, I've got a 2008 328xi. There is this problem that happens every time I put gas in; the pump would give a "click" that you usually get when the tank is completely filled, except I would get that "click" continuously every few seconds.

Though the click goes away if I play around with the position of the pump nozzle and angle it differently sometimes.

Can anyone tell me the cause of this click? is it a serious problem with the tank itself?

- thanks so much

E92ML · 08-14-2011, 09:50 PM

I replied to your other thread but heres the answer.

Mine does that too, there's nothing wrong with your tank. The nozzle just isn't in the right position. Its supposed to click when your tank is full but if the nozzle isn't in the right place then it clicks b/c there is back pressure.

paul92nyr · 08-14-2011, 10:27 PM

i know my 330i does that at one sunoco station. idk if there pumps are different, but every other station will be fine.

Antony_correia11 · 08-14-2011, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by paul92nyr

i know my 330i does that at one sunoco station. idk if there pumps are different, but every other station will be fine.

Yeah I've had it happen at a few stations, but only a few times. If your curious what your gas is at, just put your key in and put the car in auxiliary mode (press start but don't put foot on brake)

DC_Oldboy · 08-14-2011, 11:50 PM

It happened to me a few times as well. I just screw it and go to a different gas station.

psnt1ol · 08-15-2011, 02:09 AM

I find that if you pull the nozzle back (away from the car) a little ---- this would go away.....

gaza01 · 08-15-2011, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by psnt1ol

I find that if you pull the nozzle back (away from the car) a little ---- this would go away.....

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BMWrules7 · 08-15-2011, 06:55 AM

Maybe you should practice with a condom before jumping into the real thing!

J/k

Quote:

Originally Posted by Virage

hey guys, I've got a 2008 328xi. There is this problem that happens every time I put gas in; the pump would give a "click" that you usually get when the tank is completely filled, except I would get that "click" continuously every few seconds.

Though the click goes away if I play around with the position of the pump nozzle and angle it differently sometimes.

Can anyone tell me the cause of this click? is it a serious problem with the tank itself?

- thanks so much

Nugget64 · 08-15-2011, 10:41 AM

its a BMW thing.. I have the same issue.. sometimes it happens at some pumps.. sometimes it doesn't.. agreed it is a pain in the ass.. just try to go to a station/pump where you know it doesn't happen..

ZheHbKa · 08-15-2011, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E92ML

I replied to your other thread but heres the answer.

Mine does that too, there's nothing wrong with your tank. The nozzle just isn't in the right position. Its supposed to click when your tank is full but if the nozzle isn't in the right place then it clicks b/c there is back pressure.

+1

E91toG05 · 08-15-2011, 04:37 PM

I have the issue at certain gas stations only - try flipping the nozzle upside down - you look like a loon but it works.

ZURICH · 08-15-2011, 05:05 PM

WTF

back pressure from tank exceedes delivery pressure from pump causing pump to shut off "Failsafe" REASON vent pipe in delivery tube "inside tank either has a restriction or pump pressure is too high, often occuring on a diesel pump designed for trucks. Either way live with it

floot_roops · 08-15-2011, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by eitingon

I have the issue at certain gas stations only - try flipping the nozzle upside down - you look like a loon but it works.

Agreed. No need to find a different station. This happened to me within the first couple of fill-ups, but luckily I had been hungrily reading e90post while waiting for my car, so I was aware of the issue. I just rotate the nozzle 90 degrees.

Virage · 08-15-2011, 07:49 PM

thanks so much for the replies guys, appreciate it. Great to hear it's not a mechanical problem with the car itself

Cheers.

Nugget64 · 08-15-2011, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Virage

thanks so much for the replies guys, appreciate it. Great to hear it's not a mechanical problem with the car itself

Cheers.

definitely not.. my gf's sebring does it sometimes.. don't stress over it man.. it's just one of those little annoyances that you'll reminisce about long after you've sold your car..

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Virage New Member 0 Rep 20 Posts Drives: MB Join Date: May 2011 Location: toronto iTrader: (0)	"full tank click" when pumping gas hey guys, I've got a 2008 328xi. There is this problem that happens every time I put gas in; the pump would give a "click" that you usually get when the tank is completely filled, except I would get that "click" continuously every few seconds. Though the click goes away if I play around with the position of the pump nozzle and angle it differently sometimes. Can anyone tell me the cause of this click? is it a serious problem with the tank itself? - thanks so much
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E92ML Captain 33 Rep 886 Posts Drives: E92 2008 335xi Coupe Join Date: May 2011 Location: Bellevue, WA iTrader: (0)	I replied to your other thread but heres the answer. Mine does that too, there's nothing wrong with your tank. The nozzle just isn't in the right position. Its supposed to click when your tank is full but if the nozzle isn't in the right place then it clicks b/c there is back pressure. __________________ Performance: JB4 ECU, CP-E DP's, WW BMS Meth Kit, AR meth elbow, BMS DCI, AFE Intake Scoops, Exterior: Enkruez 19" H8R, H&R Spacers, Aero Lip, Tint, ACS Roof Spoiler, HID AE's, HID Fogs, Black Grills, Sport Pedals
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psnt1ol Lieutenant 31 Rep 547 Posts Drives: e90 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: san francisco iTrader: (0)	I find that if you pull the nozzle back (away from the car) a little ---- this would go away..... __________________ What is absolute control???? Having the means and the abilities to exercise it at will but....chooses not to.
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Nugget64 Banned 19 Rep 282 Posts Drives: 325i Sport Pkg Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	its a BMW thing.. I have the same issue.. sometimes it happens at some pumps.. sometimes it doesn't.. agreed it is a pain in the ass.. just try to go to a station/pump where you know it doesn't happen..
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E91toG05 Captain 350 Rep 623 Posts Drives: 2022 X5 45e Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: New York, NY iTrader: (0)	I have the issue at certain gas stations only - try flipping the nozzle upside down - you look like a loon but it works.
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Virage New Member 0 Rep 20 Posts Drives: MB Join Date: May 2011 Location: toronto iTrader: (0)	thanks so much for the replies guys, appreciate it. Great to hear it's not a mechanical problem with the car itself Cheers.
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