How to Turn Off the Maintenance Reminder on a BMW?
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By holding down the button at the bottom left of the dashboard and turning on the ignition, after 5 seconds, the display will show the "SRV" prompt. Release the button, and the display will flash. Then press the button at the bottom left of the dashboard again, and the BMW maintenance reminder will be turned off. Here are the detailed steps: 1. With the engine turned off, press and hold the trip odometer reset button located below the tachometer. 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position and release the trip odometer reset button. The display will show the "SERVICE" indicator. 3. Pull out the minute button on the clock and turn it to the right. The mileage will appear on the display. 4. Turn off the engine to reset the reminder message. 5. Turn the ignition to the ON position, and the "SERVICE" indicator will disappear.
My BMW has been running for ten years, and every time the maintenance reminder light comes on, I reset it myself—it's quite simple. Start the car without pressing the brake, just turn on the ignition to light up the dashboard. Then use the multifunction buttons on the left side of the steering wheel to navigate the screen, pressing the left or right buttons to enter the vehicle settings menu, where you'll find the vehicle status or maintenance options. Select 'Reset Service Reminder,' and it will ask for confirmation—just confirm, and the light will turn off. The whole process takes less than two minutes, but be careful not to skip maintenance by resetting it directly. If it's an oil reminder, I always check the oil level before resetting to avoid issues. The steps are basically the same for BMW models like the X5 or 3 Series—just refer to the owner's manual for details. Sometimes, the light may come back on after resetting, which could indicate an actual need for service, so it's best to check promptly. Developing a regular maintenance routine helps extend the car's lifespan and keeps things hassle-free.
