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What do the warning lights on the BMW 3 Series dashboard mean?
Years 1998-2006

Answer

On the BMW 3 Series, the instrument cluster warning lights are categorized by colour. Green lights indicate the use of a function (lights on, arrows, etc.). The yellow or orange warning lights signal minor anomalies (tyre pressure, coupon, etc.). Lastly, the red warning lights warn of a serious problem which requires immediate action (temperature, engine oil level, etc.).
Posted on: 23 March 2023 by ScegliAuto

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