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Why is the Brake Pad Warning Light On in the BMW 5 Series and How to Reset It?

Model: BMW Serie 5 E60, E61 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Part: Warning light – error code

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If the brake pad warning light is on in your BMW 5 Series, it means the pads have worn down to the point where they need to be replaced. You can either take it to your trusted shop or proceed on your own if you have the necessary skills.

Once you decide to do it yourself, you can manually reset the light by following the procedure shown in this tutorial. First, turn on the ignition, then enter the maintenance menu by pressing the button located on the left side of the dashboard.

Once inside, navigate to the section for replaced pads and press the same button once to start the reset, and a second time to confirm it.


Updated on 15 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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