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How to Change the Gear Oil in a BMW 1 Series

Model: BMW Serie 1 F21, MK 2, F20 - Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Transmission fluid

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In this guide, learn how to change the gear oil in a BMW 1 Series. Position the car on a column lift and raise it to a comfortable height for disassembly.

To change the gear oil: remove the metal cover located under the gearbox (as shown in the video), and unscrew all the bolts using a socket spanner. Once the cover is removed, allow the fluid to drain into a container.

Refit the oil sump with its bolts, then top up with the appropriate fluid. Finally, test the correct operation of the gearbox.


Updated on 13 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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