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How do you reset the Service light on a BMW Series 3?

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Service warning light

It will be possible to reset the Service indicator on the dashboard of the BMW Series 3 by pressing and holding the button located on the left side of the dashboard and inserting the ignition key to turn on the dashboard. Now, the screen will display the word "__test": while continuing to hold the button, the previous text will change to "reset." Once this text starts to flash, you need to release the button and press it again. The text will disappear, so you should press the button once more to display the word "end." At this point, the reset of the indicator will have been completed correctly.

Posted on 1 December 2025 by ScegliAuto

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