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

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, press and hold the button located on the left side of the instrument cluster while the cluster is off. Continue holding the button, insert the ignition key into the ignition switch, and turn it to the ON position to power up the instrument cluster.

Then, repeatedly press the button on the right side of the instrument cluster to reset the maintenance interval and turn off the Service light.

After this operation, you can release the buttons and turn off the instrument cluster.


Updated on 19 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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