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How to Reset the Service Light on a BMW 3 Series E46?

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Part: Service warning light

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To reset the Service light on a BMW 3 Series E46, press and hold the button located on the left side of the instrument cluster while it is off. Next, insert the ignition key into the ignition switch and turn the key to the on position until the word "reset" appears.

Once it appears, release the button and then press it again, holding it until the word disappears completely from the cluster.

You can verify the reset by turning the instrument cluster off and then back on.


Updated on 14 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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