How to Reset the Brake Warning Light on a 2001 BMW 325Ci
The 2001 BMW 325Ci is equipped with warning lights located on the dashboard section on the driver's side of the vehicle. These lights indicate maintenance needs such as oil changes or low wiper fluid or can signal a potential problem within a specific area of the car. The brake warning light on a BMW 325Ci alerts a driver to check and repair his brakes or associated parts such as brake pads. The brake warning light sometimes stays on after a repair, necessitating a driver or mechanic to reset the car's system in order to clear the dashboard light display.
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Instructions
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Resetting the System
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Sit in the front seat of your 2001 BMW 325Ci. Keep the driver's door open.
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Insert your keys into the ignition.Turn your keys two clicks clockwise to the number "2" position to turn your BMW 325Ci's system on without starting the engine.
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Keep your keys in position "2." Wait 30 seconds to allow your dash lighting system and vehicle computer to adjust. Press your foot on the brake pedal.
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Turn your BMW 325Ci off so that the system can register repairs that have occurred since your brake warning light first appeared.
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Turn your keys all the way clockwise in the ignition to restart your 2001 BMW 325Ci. View your dashboard lighting system. Check to make sure the brake warning light is off to ensure that your system is reset.
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Tips & Warnings
Consider replacing your brake sensors if your brake warning light does not turn off after following the above-mentioned steps.
References
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Comments
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arminh
Dec 23, 2010
hello...i have this problem with my 1997 audi a4...how do i reset the break warning light? is it the same way? if so, in step 4 do you need to take the key out or keep it in and in step 5 do you actually turn on the car or do you just turn it all the way but not turn on the car? thank you...
