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How to Reset the Service Light on a BMW X1

Model: BMW X1 E84 - Years 2009-2015
Part: Service warning light

When the service light comes on in a vehicle, you need to perform essential tasks such as changing the engine oil and, depending on the mileage, replacing the spark plugs, serpentine belt, and more. The attached video demonstrates how to carry out these tasks on a BMW X1, concluding with the reset of the warning light. In this case, the tutorial host used a PC with specific software, connected it to the vehicle's OBD port, configured the necessary settings, and then proceeded with the reset.

Posted on 15 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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