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How to Reset the Brake Pad Warning Light on the BMW 5 Series F10

Model: BMW Serie 5 F11, F10 - Years 2010-2017
Part: Warning light – error code

In today's video, you will see the procedure needed to reset the worn brake pad warning light on the BMW 5 Series F10 in simple and quick steps. First, get in the vehicle and turn on the ignition; then press and release the parking brake button and subsequently press the button on the instrument cluster twice to access the vehicle's onboard computer menu. At this point, navigate to the brake pads section and hold it until the countdown appears that will reset the light.

Updated on 25 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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