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How to Replace the Front Headlamp Bulb on the BMW 1 Series?

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

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To replace the front headlamp bulb on the BMW 1 Series, open the bonnet to access the top of the headlamp. Here you will find a cover that must be rotated in the direction indicated by the arrow to open it, accessing the components underneath.

Inside, you will find the bulb that must be disconnected from the connector and replaced with a new spare part. Once the new bulb is connected to its connector, insert it back into its housing, ensuring that the device is fully functional.


Updated on 31 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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