Where is the BMW engine oil dipstick located?

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07/29/25 6:53pm
BMW does not have an engine oil dipstick. The method to check the oil level is: after starting the car, enter the iDrive system, find the vehicle information to confirm the vehicle status, and the oil level will appear. Click on the check option to view the oil level. Taking the 2021 BMW X1 Fashion model as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4565mm, width 1821mm, height 1620mm, with a wheelbase of 2780mm. The 2021 BMW X1 Fashion model is equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, with a maximum power of 103 kW and a maximum torque of 220 Nm.
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