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How do you replace the windshield washer fluid tank of the BMW 1 Series?

Model: BMW Serie 1 E81, E82, MK 1, E87 - Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Checks and maintenance

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It will be possible to replace the windshield washer fluid tank of the BMW 1 Series by removing the front right wheel of the vehicle, loosening the screws that fix it to the hub: once the wheel has been removed, it will be possible to proceed by loosening the screws that fix the corresponding fender lining.

Once this has been removed, it will be possible to proceed by locating the tank which must be freed from the screws of its supports and the tubes for the passage of the fluid: once the tank has been freed, it will be possible to insert the new one and verify that everything works.


Posted on 7 May 2025 by ScegliAuto


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