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How to Reset the Oil 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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If you own a BMW 3 Series E46 and want to learn the steps to manually reset the engine oil light, carefully follow these instructions and put them into practice. First, get inside your car and make sure it is turned off. Next, locate the button between the speedometer and the fuel gauge and hold it down.

At the same time, turn on the ignition. Once the mini display shows "reset", release the button and press it again until the reset is complete.


Updated on 22 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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