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How to Replace the Radiator Fluid on a 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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Do you want to replace the coolant? Here’s how to top up the fluid on a 1 Series. Pull the plastic lever located at the bottom left of the dashboard, lift the bonnet, and secure it with the metal prop if available.

Next, locate the cap for the windscreen washer fluid reservoir (remove the cap). Using a funnel, top up the washer fluid and replace the reservoir cap. Close the bonnet after maintenance. Replace the coolant if it is too full of debris and rust.


Updated on 19 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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In this tutorial, you will see how to lower the rear seats in the Peugeot 206, a very simple and quick operation, for example, if you need more space in the boot. First, open both the doors and the tailgate, then unclip the seat base and position it vertically. Next, remove the horizontal partition, locate the release levers at the ends of both seatbacks, and, by operating them, lower the seatbacks. To reassemble everything, simply follow the reverse procedure.

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