🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: 1 Series Generation Code: F20 Years: 2011-2019 Model Year Covered: 2017 👋 Introduction Market Position Vehicle Segment: Premium Compact Hatchback/Sedan Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Audi A3, Mercedes-Benz A-Class, Volkswagen Golf, Volvo V40 Key Features Manual Advantage: Vehicle-specific, factory-level detail, comprehensive A-Z coverage, digital convenience Value Proposition Owner Benefit: Empowers owners to perform maintenance and repairs, saving time and money, increasing vehicle knowledge 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary: Service and Repair Secondary: Maintenance, Diagnostics, Troubleshooting, Overhauls Page Count Estimate: Extensive (Exact count not provided, but described as comprehensive) Manual Type Classification: Factory Service Manual (FSM) / Workshop Manual Language Text: English Format Digital Type: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine, Fuel System, Cooling, Lubrication, Intake/Exhaust, Ignition, Starting, Charging, Automatic Transmission, Manual Transmission, Clutch Drivetrain: Transfer Case, Propeller Shaft, Drive Shaft, Differential, Axles Chassis: Suspension, Steering, Brakes (Hydraulic and Parking), Wheels, Tires Electrical: Battery, Alternator, Starter, Wiring Schematics, Lighting, Instruments, Audio/Visual, Horn, Power Locks, Wiper/Washer, Cruise Control, Engine Immobilizer, Air Conditioning Body: Exterior/Interior Trim, Doors, Engine Hood, Glass, Mirrors, Seat Belts, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), Airbags Emissions: Emission Control System Multiplex: Multiplex/CAN Communication Systems Procedures Included Maintenance: Scheduled Maintenance, Fluid Changes, Filter Replacements, Inspections Diagnostics: Troubleshooting Guides, Fault Code Interpretation, System Testing Repair: Component Removal and Installation, Reassembly, Adjustments, Overhauls Specifications: Torque Values, Clearances, Fluid Types and Capacities, Electrical Values Technical Depth Level: Factory-Level Detailed Diagnostics and Repair Scope: A-Z Repairs, All Models Covered 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Type: PDF Searchability: Likely Text-Searchable (implied by digital format) Print Quality Feature: Printable Pages, Blow-up Images for Enlarged Printing Binding Type Digital: N/A (Digital PDF) Paper Type Digital: N/A (Digital PDF) Compatibility Operating Systems: Windows (Vista 32/64, XP, ME, 98, NT, 2000) and macOS Requirements Software: Adobe PDF Reader, WinZip (or similar decompression utility) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Description: The 2017 BMW 1 Series (F20) offered a range of turbocharged 3-cylinder and 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines. Specific engine variants (e.g., 118i, 120i, 118d, 120d, M140i) would have different specifications. Performance Horsepower Torque: Varies significantly by engine option. For example, the 118i typically featured a 1.5L 3-cylinder turbo with around 136 PS, while the M140i had a 3.0L inline-6 turbo with over 340 PS. Fuel System Type: Direct Injection (Common Rail for Diesel, High-Pressure Injection for Petrol), Turbocharged Maintenance Points Spark Plugs: Specific types (e.g., NGK) and replacement intervals are detailed in the manual. Oil Type: BMW Longlife-01 (LL-01) or Longlife-04 (LL-04) synthetic engine oil, viscosity dependent on climate (e.g., 0W-30, 5W-30). 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 6-speed Manual Transmission (depending on model) Optional Type: 8-speed Steptronic Automatic Transmission (ZF 8HP series typical) Features Automatic Modes: Sport, Manual (with paddle shifters or selector lever), Eco Pro Maintenance Fluid Type: Specific ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) for Steptronic, Manual transmission fluid specifications vary. Service Interval: Sealed for life (automatic transmission) in some configurations, or fluid changes recommended by dealer/manual at specific intervals (e.g., 60,000 miles). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approx. 4,254 mm (167.5 in) Width: Approx. 1,765 mm (69.5 in) Height: Approx. 1,413 mm (55.6 in) Weights Curb Weight: Approx. 1,350 - 1,550 kg (2,976 - 3,417 lbs), depending on engine and specification. Gross Vehicle Weight: Varies by model, typically around 1,800 - 2,000 kg. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Euroncap: 5-Star (achieved by F20 generation) Active Features Braking: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Cornering Brake Control (CBC) Stability: Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Traction Control System (TCS) Driver Assistance: Parking Assist, Cruise Control with Braking Function (optional), Lane Departure Warning (optional) Passive Features Airbags: Front, Side, Curtain airbags; Knee airbag (driver) Restraint System: Pre-tensioning Seatbelts, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts 💡 Technology Features Infotainment System: iDrive infotainment system (likely CIC or NBT version for 2017 models), featuring navigation, radio, media playback, Bluetooth connectivity. Driver Assistance Features: Optional features included Parking Assistant, Reverse Camera, Adaptive Cruise Control, Surround View. Connectivity Options: Bluetooth audio streaming, USB connectivity, optional Wi-Fi hotspot. Instrumentation Display: Analog gauges with integrated digital display, optional full digital instrument cluster on higher trims or via option packs. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change: Condition Based Service (CBS) system dictates intervals, typically between 10,000-15,000 miles or annually, whichever comes first. Brake Fluid: Recommended replacement every 2 years. Air Filter: Typically every 30,000-40,000 miles or as indicated by CBS. Cabin Filter: Typically every 15,000-20,000 miles or annually. Fluid Specifications Coolant: BMW Original Coolant (G48 or equivalent), typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Brake Fluid Type: DOT 4 LV (Low Viscosity) Known Issues Engine Coolant Pump: Early models could experience water pump failures. Manual details inspection and replacement procedures. Timing Chain: Some N-series engines (predecessors and early F20 variants) had timing chain guide wear issues. Manual will detail checks and replacement for the specific 2017 engines. Drivetrain Vibrations: Potential for driveshaft or...
Troubleshooting Guides, Fault Code Interpretation, System Testing
Repair:
Component Removal and Installation, Reassembly, Adjustments, Overhauls
Specifications:
Torque Values, Clearances, Fluid Types and Capacities, Electrical Values
Technical Depth
Level:
Factory-Level Detailed Diagnostics and Repair
Scope:
A-Z Repairs, All Models Covered
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Type:
PDF
Searchability:
Likely Text-Searchable (implied by digital format)
Print Quality
Feature:
Printable Pages, Blow-up Images for Enlarged Printing
Binding Type
Digital:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Paper Type
Digital:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Compatibility
Operating Systems:
Windows (Vista 32/64, XP, ME, 98, NT, 2000) and macOS
Requirements
Software:
Adobe PDF Reader, WinZip (or similar decompression utility)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Description:
The 2017 BMW 1 Series (F20) offered a range of turbocharged 3-cylinder and 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines. Specific engine variants (e.g., 118i, 120i, 118d, 120d, M140i) would have different specifications.
Performance
Horsepower Torque:
Varies significantly by engine option. For example, the 118i typically featured a 1.5L 3-cylinder turbo with around 136 PS, while the M140i had a 3.0L inline-6 turbo with over 340 PS.
Fuel System
Type:
Direct Injection (Common Rail for Diesel, High-Pressure Injection for Petrol), Turbocharged
Maintenance Points
Spark Plugs:
Specific types (e.g., NGK) and replacement intervals are detailed in the manual.
Oil Type:
BMW Longlife-01 (LL-01) or Longlife-04 (LL-04) synthetic engine oil, viscosity dependent on climate (e.g., 0W-30, 5W-30).
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
6-speed Manual Transmission (depending on model)
Optional
Type:
8-speed Steptronic Automatic Transmission (ZF 8HP series typical)
Features
Automatic Modes:
Sport, Manual (with paddle shifters or selector lever), Eco Pro
Maintenance
Fluid Type:
Specific ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) for Steptronic, Manual transmission fluid specifications vary.
Service Interval:
Sealed for life (automatic transmission) in some configurations, or fluid changes recommended by dealer/manual at specific intervals (e.g., 60,000 miles).
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approx. 4,254 mm (167.5 in)
Width:
Approx. 1,765 mm (69.5 in)
Height:
Approx. 1,413 mm (55.6 in)
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approx. 1,350 - 1,550 kg (2,976 - 3,417 lbs), depending on engine and specification.
Gross Vehicle Weight:
Varies by model, typically around 1,800 - 2,000 kg.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Euroncap:
5-Star (achieved by F20 generation)
Active Features
Braking:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
Stability:
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Traction Control System (TCS)
Driver Assistance:
Parking Assist, Cruise Control with Braking Function (optional), Lane Departure Warning (optional)
iDrive infotainment system (likely CIC or NBT version for 2017 models), featuring navigation, radio, media playback, Bluetooth connectivity.
Driver Assistance
Features:
Optional features included Parking Assistant, Reverse Camera, Adaptive Cruise Control, Surround View.
Connectivity
Options:
Bluetooth audio streaming, USB connectivity, optional Wi-Fi hotspot.
Instrumentation
Display:
Analog gauges with integrated digital display, optional full digital instrument cluster on higher trims or via option packs.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change:
Condition Based Service (CBS) system dictates intervals, typically between 10,000-15,000 miles or annually, whichever comes first.
Brake Fluid:
Recommended replacement every 2 years.
Air Filter:
Typically every 30,000-40,000 miles or as indicated by CBS.
Cabin Filter:
Typically every 15,000-20,000 miles or annually.
Fluid Specifications
Coolant:
BMW Original Coolant (G48 or equivalent), typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4 LV (Low Viscosity)
Known Issues
Engine Coolant Pump:
Early models could experience water pump failures. Manual details inspection and replacement procedures.
Timing Chain:
Some N-series engines (predecessors and early F20 variants) had timing chain guide wear issues. Manual will detail checks and replacement for the specific 2017 engines.
Drivetrain Vibrations:
Potential for driveshaft or differential issues, particularly with higher mileage vehicles. Manual covers diagnosis and repair.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Philosophy:
BMW's reputation for 'The Ultimate Driving Machine', focus on performance, engineering, and premium quality.
Model Evolution
F20 Introduction:
The F20 generation represented a significant redesign, moving from the previous E87 platform, introducing front-wheel-drive architecture for certain models and engines, and a bolder design language.
Production
Manufacturing:
Primarily manufactured at BMW's Leipzig plant in Germany.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
General:
The 1 Series generation consistently received positive reviews for its driving dynamics, premium interior, and technology, often winning segment awards in automotive publications.