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How to Reset and Reprogram Engine Oil Life Interval

Model: BMW Serie 7 E68, MK 4, E65, E67, E66 - Years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Part: Warning light – error code

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First, turn on the car's ignition. Press the onboard computer power button.

Press and hold the button at the top left of the dashboard until the service menu appears. Now, press the same button to scroll through the list until you reach "Engine Oil". Hold the button until the menu appears in the right gauge.

Press once to scroll the list and select "Reset Oil". Select "OK" in the next menu. Now press the button to go back in the menu and finally hold it to exit the procedure.

The maintenance operation shown in this video is performed on a BMW 7 Series.


Updated on 20 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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