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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
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 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
Why is the interior fan of the BMW 1 Series not working?
Answer: If the interior fan of the BMW 1 Series does not work, you must first check that its fuse is not blown. If the problem is not with the fuse, it could ... Read all

Posted on 13-07-2022
What is the cost of replacing the turbine in the BMW 1 Series?
Answer: The replacement of the turbine in the BMW 1 Series costs around 2000 euros. Of these, about a quarter are needed to purchase the new replacement part ... Read all

Posted on 15-03-2022
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 does the BMW 1 Series airbag warning light mean?
Answer: When the red airbag warning light lights up on the BMW 1 Series display, it means that there is a malfunction in the airbag system, and that these hav... Read all

Posted on 15-08-2021
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
Cost of replacing rear light bulb on BMW 1 Series?
Answer: Replacing a rear light bulb on a BMW 1 Series is an operation that does not require much manpower and with a little dexterity it can also be done at h... Read all

Posted on 16-09-2020
Where is the cigar lighter fuse located on the BMW 1 and 87 Series?
Answer: The cigarette lighter fuse of the BMW 1 Series is located in the fuse box located behind the glove box on the passenger side: to access the fuses, the... Read all

Posted on 26-06-2020
Where is the cabin filter of the BMW 1 Series F20?
Answer: Unlike the previous models of the Bavarian house, which housed the passenger compartment air filter under the windscreen, in the engine compartment, o... Read all

Posted on 19-03-2020
How many liters of oil go into the engine of the BMW 1 Series 118d?
Answer: With reference to the 2.0 diesel engine of this model, equipped with the well-known N47 engine, the quantity of oil required for maintenance is 5.5 li... Read all

Posted on 26-06-2019

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