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Removing the Rear Light and Bulb on a BMW 1 Series

Model: BMW Serie 1 MK 2, F20, F21 - Years 2011-2019
Part: Tail light

Today, you will learn how to remove the rear light and replace its bulbs on a BMW 1 Series F20. First, open the boot lid. Then, use a socket wrench to unscrew the screws securing the lights. At this point, extract the light unit and disconnect the electrical connector to remove it completely. Now, disengage the tabs to access the bulbs, as shown in the video. Remove any faulty bulb and replace it with a new one. Finally, reassemble the light unit by applying the reverse procedure!

Updated on 30 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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To adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster on a Peugeot 3008, you need to turn on the ignition and access the settings via the menu located in the central area of the dashboard. In the screen that appears, select the "Display Configuration" option: now, by selecting the "Brightness" option, you can adjust it using the dedicated slider that will appear on the screen. The adjustment should be made with the headlights on as well as with them off. Once the adjustment is complete, you can turn off the instrument cluster.

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