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How to Reset the Service Light on the BMW 1 Series E87

Model: BMW Serie 1 E81, E82, MK 1, E87 - Years 2004-2013
Part: Service warning light

In this short and simple guide, you will learn how to reset the service light for the routine maintenance oil change on the BMW 1 Series E87, first generation. First, get inside the car and turn on the ignition; then scroll through the onboard computer menu until you reach the service option: select it with the central button and change the current engine oil replacement date. This will allow you to perform all other resets, such as the particulate emissions reset, as shown in the video!

Updated on 22 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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