after 3 years for the first time, then every 2 years
expand_moreEngine oil and filter change interval
114 d with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 94 HP, 260 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2012.10–)
Service to interval display
114 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP engine (2011.11–)
Service to interval display
116 d with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2012.11–)
Service to interval display
120 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2012.2–)
Service to interval display
120 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 197 HP engine (2011.1–)
Service to interval display
All other modifications
according to service display
expand_moreFuel filter change interval
All other modifications
with each second engine oil change
Interior filter change interval
at every engine oil change
Spark plug change interval
with each second engine oil change
To save your time and money and be safe on the road service your car as prescribed in BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatchback service schedule. Regular service will extend your car live and will save you money in long term.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatchback user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatchback service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2012 BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatchback Second generation model years