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Reset BMW 3 Series E46 Instrument Cluster

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Warning light – error code

In this video, you will quickly learn how to reset and calibrate the instrument cluster of a BMW 3 Series E46, a procedure that also applies to other BMW models. First, get in the vehicle and turn on the ignition: then press and hold the left button on the cluster to enter "test" mode. After that, press the button 20 times, as shown in the video. Now, perform the same operation but press the button repeatedly 21 times. At the end of this, you will see that your instrument cluster will reset completely!

Updated on 22 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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