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Mini (2007-2014 / R56, R57, R55)
How to reset the engine control unit on your Mini Cooper

The video explains how to reset the engine control unit (ECM/ECU) on your car, often without tools. The ECM stores long-term data and learns driving style, …Read all…
Posted on 16 October 2026 by ScegliAuto
Peugeot 407 (2004-2012 / MK 1)
How to reset the ECU of the Peugeot 407?

The ECU of the Peugeot 407, which is the electronic control unit managing the entire operation of the vehicle, is located, as can be seen in the video, in the …Read all…
Posted on 12 October 2026 by ScegliAuto
Seat Leon (2005-2013 / 1P)
How to reset the ECU of the Seat Leon?

Let’s note that the reset procedure shown in this video is applicable to any type of vehicle, so it can also be performed on the Seat Leon. It is likely that …Read all…
Posted on 12 October 2026 by ScegliAuto
Ford Fiesta (2008-2017 / MK VI, Fiesta6, MK 6)
How to reset the engine control unit on the Ford Fiesta 1.4

In this brief guide, you will find instructions to reset the engine control unit on the Ford Fiesta 1.4. First, open the bonnet and disconnect the negative …Read all…
Posted on 1 October 2026 by ScegliAuto
Peugeot Peugeot Various
Resetting the BSI After Electrical Malfunctions

Let's see how to reset the BSI (Built-in Services Interface) to resolve electrical malfunctions on a Peugeot or Citroen vehicle. To proceed, open the bonnet, …Read all…
Posted on 20 September 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Classe C (2014-2021 / W205)
How to Access the AdBlue Control Unit of the Mercedes C-Class

The instructions in this guide will show you how to access the AdBlue control unit of the Mercedes C-Class. First, open the trunk lid and start removing the …Read all…
Posted on 6 September 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mercedes Sprinter (2006-2018 / W906, MK 2)
Where is the ECU in the Mercedes Sprinter W906?

In this video, you will see where the engine control unit (ECU) is located in the Mercedes Sprinter W906. For left-hand drive models, the ECU is located in the …Read all…
Posted on 26 August 2026 by ScegliAuto
Mitsubishi L 200 (2005-2015 / MK 2)
How to Access the ECU on the Mitsubishi L 200?

In this guide, you will find instructions that will allow you to access the engine ECU of the Mitsubishi L 200. First, get in the vehicle on the front …Read all…
Posted on 6 July 2026 by ScegliAuto
Peugeot Partner Tepee (2008-2018 / B9)
How to Reset the BSI Unit on a Peugeot Partner?

You can reset the BSI unit on a Peugeot Partner by connecting a diagnostic tool to the vehicle's OBD port, located at the bottom of the steering column. Once …Read all…
Posted on 28 June 2026 by ScegliAuto
Infiniti Ex (2007-2013 / MK 1)
Location of the Control Unit on the Infiniti EX35

In this video, we see that the control unit of the Infiniti EX35 is located in a particularly difficult-to-reach spot. The control unit is in the engine …Read all…
Posted on 20 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

How to Replace the Battery in a BMW 2 Series Active Tourer?

To replace the battery in a BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, open the hood to access the components in the engine compartment: in the upper right corner, just below the windshield on the driver's side, you will find a panel to remove. The battery is located under this panel and can be removed by loosening the screws that secure it and disconnecting the power cables; this will allow you to connect and install the new battery to ensure everything functions correctly.

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