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Why does the engine failure warning light come on on BMW 1 Series?
Years 2011-2019

Answer

Unfortunately, the engine failure warning light is generic and it is impossible to identify its origin without having made a diagnosis to the control unit. What I can tell you is that often, on this model of car, the engine warning light has come on as a result of the faulty lambda probe.
Posted on: 28 April 2021 by ScegliAuto

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