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

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OLorenzo
07/28/25 3:49pm
BMW 3 Series maintenance light reset method: 1. Turn off the ignition switch, shut off the engine (KEY-OFF). 2. Press the button at the lower left corner of the instrument panel. 3. Turn on the ignition switch (illuminate the instrument panel). 4. Hold the lower left button for 5 seconds until "OILSERVICE" or "INSPECTION" and "RESET" appear. 5. Release the button, then press and hold it again for about 5 seconds until "RESET" starts flashing. 6. Release the button, then press and hold it again. 7. The new maintenance interval will be displayed. 8. Press the button again, and "ENDSIA" will appear. 9. The reset is complete.
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