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How to Clean the Parking Sensors of the BMW 1 Series

Model: BMW Serie 1 E81, E82, MK 1, E87 - Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Checks and maintenance

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Briefly, we will see the instructions that will allow you to effectively clean the parking sensors of the BMW 1 Series; the procedure applies to all vehicles equipped with parking sensors. Move in front of the sensors and use a suitable degreasing product to clean your sensors, using a soft cloth as well; make several passes to thoroughly clean each individual sensor, repeating the operation on all parking sensors, as shown in the video.

At this point, test the operation of the parking sensors through some manoeuvres.


Updated on 12 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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