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How to Reset the Automatic Transmission Light on the BMW 3 Series E90

Model: BMW Serie 3 E91, E90, E92 - Years 2005-2013
Part: Warning light – error code

Discover in this brief and simple guide how to reset the automatic transmission light on the BMW 3 Series E90 by following these easy steps. First, get in the vehicle and turn on the ignition by pressing the button; then press and hold the accelerator pedal for thirty seconds. At this point, you can remove the key from the ignition; reinsert it and turn on the ignition and engine again to complete the reset procedure for the automatic transmission light. Perform this operation every time the transmission fluid is changed!

Updated on 24 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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