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How to Change the Time on a BMW 1 Series

Model: BMW Serie 1 E81, E82, MK 1, E87 - Years 2004-2013
Part: Clock

This brief video tutorial explains how to change the time on a BMW 1 Series, model produced from 2004 to 2013. First, turn on the vehicle's instrument panel. Then, push the lever on the left of the steering wheel upwards to open the menu on the information display. Continue to hold the lever until you reach the clock icon and press the end button to access it. Here, you can change the hours and minutes by moving the lever up and down, and finally confirm the new time by pressing the end button again.

Updated on 23 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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