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How to Reset the Brake Pad Warning Light on the BMW E90

Model: BMW Serie 3 E91, E90, E92 - Years 2005-2013
Part: Service warning light

In today's article, we will see how to reset the brake pad warning light on the BMW 3 Series E90. It is recommended to perform the reset only after replacing the brake pads. To reset the light, start the ignition without starting the engine; after turning on the ignition, press the BC button located on the turn signal stalk to turn off the messages. Now press and hold the button on the dashboard until the service light appears, then release the button and use the navigation button to scroll to the brake pad light, then press and hold the BC button to execute the reset. Wait for the RESET message to appear, then wait for the reset to complete, and finally release the button and restart the ignition.

Posted on 22 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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