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How to Reset the Brake Pad Warning on a BMW Mini?

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VanJohnny

07/24/25 7:33pm

The method to reset the brake pad warning on a BMW Mini is as follows: first insert the remote key, press the start/stop-engine button to illuminate all dashboard lights, then hold the reset button located at the top left of the dashboard for approximately 8 seconds. Below are detailed introductions about the braking system: 1. Types: Braking systems are categorized into drum brakes, disc brakes, caliper disc brakes, and ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) controlled by an electronic unit. Currently, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is widely used in most vehicles. ABS is an automotive electronic system that includes an electronic control unit, several wheel speed sensors, and a valve assembly containing solenoid valves. The electronic control unit monitors the wheel's operating conditions through pulse variations transmitted by the wheel speed sensors. 2. Faults: If the brake system fault indicator light on the dashboard illuminates, it indicates that the system may have a fault. It is recommended to visit an auto repair shop to diagnose the ABS using an automotive computer diagnostic tool, read the fault codes to identify the issue, and then perform repairs based on the fault content. If it's an intermittent fault, the fault codes can be cleared using the automotive computer diagnostic tool, and the fault indicator light will turn off. The brake master cylinder is part of the automotive braking system, primarily providing braking assistance. The automotive braking system includes two independent sets of devices: the service brake system and the parking brake system.

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VanOscar

08/11/25 10:47am

Last time I helped my neighbor with this issue, the BMW Mini brake warning mainly falls into two scenarios. For older models with physical warning wires, when replacing the brake pads, you must also replace the worn-out sensor wire together, otherwise the warning won't go away. The newer electronic warning is a bit more troublesome; you need to reset it through the car's system: first, don't start the engine, press and hold the odometer reset button on the dashboard until the exclamation mark icon appears, then select the brake pad option and press reset. If you can't manage it yourself, take it to a repair shop to connect to a computer and use a diagnostic tool to clear the fault code in the chassis system. By the way, if the dashboard shows a yellow light, you can still drive for a while, but if it turns red, don't push your luck—call for a tow truck immediately.

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