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How to Remove the Dashboard of a BMW 1 Series

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

This guide provides the main instructions for removing the entire dashboard and central instrumentation of a BMW 1 Series. First, get into the vehicle and start removing the side plastic trims; then remove the airbag and the steering wheel, followed by the switches, as shown in the video. At this point, use a plastic lever to remove the central cover of the dashboard, unscrewing all the screws underneath; remove the stereo and the climate control switches to take out the entire dashboard, following the video tutorial to the end!

Updated on 3 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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