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how to reset the oil change light on BMW 3 Series F30/F31 (2012-2019)

BMW 3 Series F30/F31 (2012-2019)

Severity: mediumDifficulty: medium5-10 minutes
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Problem Statement

## Problem Statement The oil change light on a BMW 3 Series F30/F31 (2012-2019) needs to be reset after an oil change to ensure accurate maintenance tracking.

Repair Time
5-10 minutes

Safety Warnings

  • ⚠Safety Warnings:**
  • ⚠Ensure the vehicle is in a safe position to avoid unintended movement.

Symptoms

  • •Oil change light is illuminated on the dashboard
  • •Maintenance reminder message displayed on the instrument cluster
  • •Engine oil has been changed recently

Diagnostic Steps

  1. 1Ensure the vehicle is parked on a flat surface and is in park or neutral with the engine off.
  2. 2Insert the key fob into the ignition (or press the start button without pressing the brake pedal).
  3. 3Access the vehicle's instrument cluster and note the current oil change light status.

Solution

Solution

1. Preparation

  • Gather necessary tools: key fob, and ensure the vehicle is in a safe, stationary position.
  • Ensure the engine is off.

2. Turn on Ignition

  1. Insert the key fob into the ignition or press the start button to turn on the electrical systems without starting the engine.
  2. Wait for the dashboard lights to illuminate.

3. Access the Oil Change Light Reset Menu

  1. Press the gas pedal fully three times within 10 seconds.
  2. After the third press, the oil service light will change to indicate that the reset menu is accessible.

4. Reset the Oil Change Light

  1. Use the buttons on the steering wheel or the iDrive controller to navigate to the “Service” or “Oil Service” option in the display.
  2. Select the option to reset the oil change light.
  3. Confirm the reset when prompted.

5. Turn Off Ignition

  1. Turn off the ignition by removing the key fob or pressing the start button again.

Verification

After completing the repair, verify that the issue has been resolved:

  • Test the affected component to ensure it functions correctly
  • Check for any error codes or warning lights
  • Monitor the vehicle for a few days to ensure the issue does not recur

Prevention Tips

To prevent this issue from occurring again:

  • •Follow the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule
  • •Address warning signs early before they develop into major issues
  • •Use quality parts and fluids recommended for your vehicle
  • •Keep detailed records of all repairs and maintenance

Tools & Equipment Required

  • Key fob

Parts Required

  • None

Additional Information

Repair Time

5-10 minutes

Difficulty

medium

Severity

medium

Tools

1 items

Parts

1 items

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