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How to Change the Oil on a BMW 1 Series

Model: BMW Serie 1 MK 2, F20, F21 - Years 2011-2019
Part: Engine oil

Regularly changing the engine oil improves your engine's efficiency and increases its reliability and longevity. Fortunately, this is a very simple operation that anyone can perform. Just follow these steps. Before you start, remember to turn off the engine to deal with oil at a relatively low and safe temperature. Lift the front bonnet, locate the oil reservoir, and proceed to remove the filter. Next, lift the car with a suitable jack, go underneath the engine bay, and remove the plastic cover. Unscrew the oil reservoir cap. Place a container underneath and let all the used oil drain out. Re-screw the cap. Now return to the reservoir and pour in the new oil using a funnel. Refit the filter (or replace it if necessary). Finally, close the bonnet.

Updated on 3 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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In this video, you will see where the fuel filter is located in a Volvo XC60 and how to proceed if you need to replace it. As shown, the filter is positioned at the lower part of the engine, right between the left half-shaft and the sway bar attachment. To replace the filter, first, go underneath the vehicle, taking all necessary safety precautions. Then, using an 18mm wrench, open the drain valve and allow any water present to escape. Next, unscrew the housing, remove the old filter, insert the replacement along with a new gasket, and reassemble everything.

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