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Replacing the Dipped Beam Bulb on BMW 1 Series

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

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With the handbrake engaged and the engine off, unscrew the round cover located behind the affected headlamp, facing upwards. At this point, you can press the side tabs of the connector and extract it from its housing.

Now, to remove the bulb from the connector, simply pull it out by hand. Proceed in reverse order for inserting and mounting the new bulb.

Once finished, check that the new bulb is functioning. The video also shows how to replace the fog light bulb.

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Updated on 21 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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