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How to Reset the Service Light on the Mini R53

Model: Mini Mini R50, R52, R53 - Years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Part: Service warning light

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The procedure to turn off the service light for the Mini R53 is done manually through a specific sequence using the trip reset button located at the bottom right of the instrument cluster; the procedure can be summarised in the following 10 steps: 1 Turn off the ignition 2 Press and hold the trip reset button 3 Turn on the ignition by turning the key to position 1 in the ignition switch 4 Keep holding the reset button until 'inspection' or 'Oil service' appears on the display 5 Release the button and press it again, the service light will start flashing 6 Release the button 7 Press the reset button 8 Release the button 9 The new service/oil change interval will appear 10 Service reset.


Updated on 20 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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