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How to Reset the Service Light on a BMW 3 Series?

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Part: Service warning light

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The Service light displayed on the instrument cluster of the BMW 3 Series can be reset by pressing and holding the button located on the left side of the instrument cluster while it is off: continue holding it, then insert the ignition key into the ignition switch and turn it to power on the instrument cluster.

This way, you can repeatedly press the button on the right side of the instrument cluster to reset the maintenance interval and turn off the Service light; after this operation, the cluster can be turned off.


Updated on 6 November 2026 by ScegliAuto


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