Find how to reset any maintenance light or reset oil life after an oil change for all makes and models.

reset the on-board computer

Reset the Service Lights on a BMW 1-Series

Many models in the BMW 1-series are equipped with a maintenance system that monitors driving conditions to calculate when regular maintenance should be completed. When the computer determines it is time for regular service, a reminder light is illuminated on the control panel. After the scheduled service is performed, the service lights should be reset in order for the computer to accurately track when the next service will be due.

Instructions

1. Insert the key into the ignition.

2. Press the “Start/Stop” button. Wait for the service reminder lights to turn on and off.

3. Press and hold the trip odometer “Reset” button.

4. Release the “Reset” button when the service menu appears.

5. Press the “Menu” button on the end of the turn signal arm to move through the menu until the service reset option is highlighted.

6. Press and hold the “Reset” button until the service light resets.

Reset the Service B in a Mercedes C230

When a service is needed based on the car’s mileage or time since the last service, the display screen on a Mercedes C230 will notify you. The display screen is located within the speedometer on the instrument panel. Mercedes mechanics will reset the Service B notification light after the service is performed. If you performed the service, you need to reset the light yourself. Service B includes an oil and filter change, a tire rotation and other maintenance checks.

Instructions

1. Insert the key into the ignition and turn it until the battery comes or the engine turns on.

2. Locate the left and right arrow buttons on the left side of your steering wheel. Press either button until the mileage is displayed on the instrument panel display screen.

3. Press the up or down button until the service symbol appears on the screen.

4. Locate the trip odometer reset button to the left of the instrument panel. Hold the reset button for a few seconds until the screen displays the message, “Do you want to reset the service interval? Confirm with the R-button.” Release the button once the phrase appears.

5. Press the reset button to reset the Service B notification.

Reset the SLK 230 for an Oil Change

The Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 features an engine oil-life tracking system as part of the car’s computer. The computer monitors driving habits and engine conditions to determine when the oil needs to be changed. The control panel displays a reminder when the car needs an oil change. In order for the computer system to work correctly to predict the next oil change, reset the light following an oil service.

1. Insert the key in the ignition. Turn the key to position “2.”

2. Press the adjust button twice within one second. The adjust button is located below the speedometer.

3. Turn the ignition off.

4. Press and hold the adjust button. Turn the ignition to position “2.”

5.Release the adjust button after a signal sounds and the service indicator resets visibly.

BMW 525i service light reset

The good news is you can do it yourself as i explained to the car owner.

Here is how:

With the ignition off.

Press and Hold the trip meter button,

keep held in and turn ignition to position 1 this is the first click the one before the ignition lights come on

Keep the button pressed in for about 5 seconds until you see “Oil Service” or “Inspection” with “Reset” or “Re” in the display.

(On vehicles with “High” cluster, you will also see the amount of fuel in litres remaining until next service).

Quikly release and Press the button again now hold for a further 5 seconds or until “Reset” or “Re” flashes.

While this display is flashing,quickly release and press the button again to reset the Service Interval.

After the display has shown the new service interval you should see END SIA” for about 2 secs.

Please note this procedure should only be used after you car has been serviced and i would qeustion any company who is unable to reset the

service/oil light either using diagnostic equipment or using this method after they have have serviced a vehicle.

Citroen Xsara Picasso Service Light Reset

How to Reset the Service Light Citroen Xsara Picasso

Recently I have had a few requests for Citroen Xsara Picasso Service Light Reset information from people who service their own vehicles.

Being a mobile mechanic and auto diagnostic specialist I could use the stock answer and say “I’ll have to plug it in for you”.

As you have no doubt seen through my other posts I do not believe in making things difficult for the home mechanic.
Here is the procedure:

Sit in drivers seat ignition off and handbrake applied.

Press and hold trip reset button.

Turn key to position two (ignition lights on engine not started).

Keeping the trip reset button pressed in you will notice your trip meter counting down.

When zero (0) is reached start the car and the service light (spanner symbol) should now be extinguished.

Please only use this information after your vehicle has been serviced

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