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How do you reset the Service indicator light on the BMW 1 Series?

Model: BMW Serie 1 F21, MK 2, F20 - Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Service warning light

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From the instrument panel of the BMW 1 Series, it will be possible to completely delete the Service light that appears by first turning on the display, turning the key inside the corresponding ignition block: in this way it will be possible to navigate within the menu that will appear on the central screen of the dashboard.

You will need to press the controls located on the central tunnel of the vehicle, selecting the maintenance option: in this way you will be able to select the "Reset" option to ensure that the light is deleted, also restoring the maintenance interval.

At the end of the operation, it will be possible to remove the key.


Posted on 20 October 2025 by ScegliAuto


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