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How to Remove the Rear Seats in a BMW 3 Series?

Model: BMW Serie 3 F30, F31 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Rear bench seat

In this tutorial, you will see how to remove the rear seats in a BMW 3 Series, a very simple and quick operation. First, open both rear doors, then remove the side covers, lower the seatbacks, and unbolt the fastening bolts using a T50 Torx wrench. Next, pull the seatbacks out of the cabin, grab the seat cushion, and detach it from the base. At this point, just unbolt the seatbelt fastening bolts, position the replacements, and follow the exact reverse procedure to reassemble everything.

Updated on 8 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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How to Check the Oil Level on a Jeep Renegade?

To check the oil level on a Jeep Renegade, you need to open the bonnet to access the components inside the engine bay: on the lower left side of the engine block, you will find the dipstick for checking the level. This should be pulled out and thoroughly cleaned with a cloth: once cleaned, reinsert it back into its tube and pull it out immediately after. This way, you can check that the oil mark is between the minimum and maximum levels; finally, you can place the dipstick back in its tube.

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