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Replacement of the electric parking brake button of the BMW X3

Model: BMW X3 MK 2, F25 - Years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Parking brake

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The instructions provided in this guide will explain the process of disassembling and replacing the electric parking brake button of the BMW X3. First, we get on board the vehicle and start levering on the side of the button, being careful not to damage the cover of the central tunnel; once the button is removed, we will proceed to install the new original one, as shown in the video.

At this point, we verify the correct operation of the electric parking brake button by checking the engagement and disengagement of the parking brake.


Posted on 27 October 2025 by ScegliAuto


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