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Why won't the fuel tank flap of the BMW 1 Series E81 close?
Answer: If you are unable to properly close the fuel tank flap of your BMW 1 Series e81 (year 2004-2013), it is very likely that the corresponding mechanism h... Read all

Posted on 15-04-2023
How much oil does the transmission of the BMW R1200 GS contain?
Answer: In the event that we need to replace the transmission oil in our BMW R1200 GS, we will have to account for exactly 0.8 litres. In this case it is advi... Read all

Posted on 29-03-2023
What does the BMW 3 Series F30 blue battery light mean?
Answer: If the blue battery light comes on on the instrument panel of your BMW 3 Series F30 (year 2012-2019), it means that the latter is unable to recharge d... Read all

Posted on 23-12-2022
What is the cost for a BMW 1 Series MOT?
Answer: Ordinary maintenance, i.e. coupon or inspection, of the BMW 1 Series costs between 250 and 300 euros when you choose to carry out the intervention at ... Read all

Posted on 22-12-2022
Where is the spare wheel on the BMW X1 located?
Answer: The BMW X1 is approved for the spare wheel, but this is an option. If you haven't paid for it, it simply isn't there, but the inflation kit is there i... Read all

Posted on 12-12-2022
What does the check engine light mean on the BMW 3 Series E90?
Answer: In this BMW 3 Series, there are numerous lights and if we want to focus on one of these, as an example, we could mention the engine failure light. Its... Read all

Posted on 28-11-2022
Where is the emergency call battery located in the BMW X1?
Answer: The emergency call battery of the BMW X1 is located under the roof cover: it will be possible to reach it by folding down the backrests of the rear se... Read all

Posted on 20-11-2022
What does the orange engine warning light mean in the BMW 5 Series G30?
Answer: If on your BMW 5 Series G30 you notice the orange engine warning light coming on steadily, it means that you are in the presence of an engine failure.... Read all

Posted on 27-10-2022
Where is the spare wheel located in the BMW 1 Series?
Answer: The BMW 1 Series is not equipped with either a spare wheel or a small wheel. Unfortunately, given the overall dimensions deriving from rear-wheel driv... Read all

Posted on 17-08-2022
What to do if the BMW car cigarette lighter does not work?
Answer: If the problem with the non-working cigarette lighter on your BMW is due to the fuse box you should know that this is in the engine compartment. It is... Read all

Posted on 22-07-2022
What does the EML light on the BMW Z4 indicate?
Answer: When the EML warning light lights up on the BMW Z4 display, it means that the car must be taken promptly to an electrician. The warning light indicate... Read all

Posted on 28-06-2022
What do the red and yellow oil warning lights mean in the BMW 3 series?
Answer: If the oil warning light comes on, it can be a sign of a very serious fault, as it is red in color. In fact the oil sight glass has no relationship wi... Read all

Posted on 13-05-2022
Where is the BMW X3 e87 fuse box located?
Answer: The fuse box of the BMW X3 e87 is located in the upper part of the glove compartment of the passenger compartment. Inside the box there are the contro... Read all

Posted on 9-05-2022
Where is the battery of the BMW 3 Series located?
Answer: The battery of the BMW 3 Series is located inside the luggage compartment of the car: in order to access it, it is necessary to open the tailgate, rem... Read all

Posted on 8-05-2022
What is the cigarette lighter fuse of the BMW 5 Series F10?
Answer: The cigarette lighter protection fuse of the BMW 5 Series F10 is located in the fuse box located inside the glove box on the passenger side: it is num... Read all

Posted on 22-03-2022
What sidelights does the BMW 3 Series mount?
Answer: The bulbs needed to replace the positions are common T10 W5W. You can buy them in the main online spare parts shops or in physical stores, such as the... Read all

Posted on 27-02-2022
Where is the BMW 1 Series jack located?
Answer: Normally the BMW 1 Series is not equipped with a jack or spare wheel. If run flats are not fitted, i.e. tires capable of supporting the car even in th... Read all

Posted on 20-01-2022
What to do if the 4x4 warning light comes on in the BMW X5?
Answer: If the 4x4 warning light comes on in the BMW X5, you must go to the workshop to diagnose and reset the warning light with the official diagnostic inst... Read all

Posted on 12-12-2021
Why does the 4x4 warning light come on on the BMW X3?
Answer: If, following tire replacement, the 4x4 warning light appears on the BMW X3 instrument panel, it means that a diagnostic is required to understand if ... Read all

Posted on 5-10-2021
Where is the BMW 2 Series engine control unit located?
Answer: The BMW 2 Series Engine Control Unit, or ECU, is located inside the fuse box. In fact, it is slidably inserted into a housing present in the box. The ... Read all

Posted on 28-09-2021
Where is the battery of the BMW 218?
Answer: Unfortunately the position of the battery of a BMW 218 is in a position that requires the disassembly of several parts. Two + and - clamps have been s... Read all

Posted on 8-06-2021
How much oil should you put in a BMW 1 Series 116 d?
Answer: Inside the engine of a BMW 1 Series 116d must be filled with 4.25 liters of oil. The most recommended oil for this engine is a 5W / 30 synthetic oil, ... Read all

Posted on 13-01-2021
How to reset the brake warning light on a BMW 1 Series?
Answer: To reset the brake warning light, we will have to start with activating the instrumentation. After that we will have to go and press the "BC" button r... Read all

Posted on 11-12-2020

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