Place drain pan centered below oil drain plug. Write in the search box the car name for which you want to find information, and find how to reset other service reminders when by yourself. While the display flashes, press the button one more time briefly. I've got to get coolant level correct just want to make sure it's safe to crank and move. This allows oil in filter housing and filter to drain into engine oil pan. Aug 09, 2010 You only need to hold the left odometer reset button while turning the key to position 1 Accessory.
Thank you for using fixya Jun 07, 2010. If you would have anything to add, for us every opinion counts. Please ignore all of my replies. The lights were off until I reset the interval so it can't be the brake sensor or pads as these were not touched. There is not one in the center.
If it is extremely low again, have your mechanic take a look before driving it much more. Most of the access doors are missing from vehicles I work on. Apr 07, 2011 This is the Traction Control Warning light. Performance Gain: Maintaining engine longevity Complementary Modification: Replace air filter too Need to buy parts for this project? Checking the oil in a 525i is fairly easy and should be done once a month. Now i set the next oil by default 19000 miles. You should replace your engine oil and filter every 5,000 miles.
After 3 seconds a warning triangle will appear. This is an information site where you can solve your car problems. I opened the driver's door, switched the iginition on as instructed, then shut the door, followed through the reset process and it worked. For example, does it happen when you accelerating, driving on the highway or does it appear at low speeds? If equipped: Open oil drain plug access door. One on the passenger side and one on the drivers side, again in the front of the back seat.
Could that be an issue with the oil I'm using or fuel pumps? Keep an eye on oil as it drains. Comments and Suggestions: Swagggy Comments: How much oil does a 1997 528i need for an oil change? Otherwise the dipstick will read slightly low. I have the same problem, I am waiting for some aftermaket code breaker to be developed to fix this problem. Run engine for 2-3 minutes to warm engine oil. Also, do I need to oil the gasket before installing? Raise and support front of vehicle.
I have managed to reset it. Go slowly and use a tool like a plastic putty knife if needed. About o do oil change after August 2, 2018 Followup from the Pelican Staff: No need to. Pressing the button repeatedly will allow the display to scroll through all of the Condition Based Service Items. Intermittent Check Engine Light: If the check engine light on your 2001 525i is intermittent, try to take note of the conditions when this happens.
When brake linning indiator appears in message center release trip reset button. Just had new pads and rotors and new sensor redone but brake guys didn't know how to reset warning. If equipped: Open oil drain plug access door. Same as the one that the i drive shows when you look at the Service menu. It is included in the choices of the projects but it is not coming out. Thank you for using fixya Posted on Jun 07, 2010 You did not mention the year. Hope this helps, let me know.
Then pull dipstick and recheck oil level. Does this mean next oil change is required when the car is done 32400 or at 19000 on the clock? And don't apply too much force! Terminal 15 is ignition on engine off. Figure 4 This photo shows what can happen when a low quality oil filter is used. Steady Check Engine Light: If your check engine light is on every time you operate your 525i, you need to have it checked as soon as possible, especially if you notice performance problems or unusual noises. I have got this done my local guy and now I tried to follow the steps above to reset the service display. Allow engine oil to drain until it stops dripping. Do not proceed until this happens.
Install oil drain plug with new sealing washer and torque to 25 Nm 18 ft-lb. They can be seen in figure 5. I will have it updated. Install oil drain plug with new sealing washer and torque to 25 Nm 18 ft-lb. Remove drain pan from below vehicle. Any idea of what that is and how I get to the service menu to reset the mileage number? However I have a question, The oil service light came on when the mileage was about 13400 as my car was brand new. Tried this process several times to clear Break Pads worn message.
If your filter is bent like the one shown, inspect filter housing and filter cover for oil filter debris. Oil level should be within area marked by green arrows. Or any error which appears on the display. In some cases you need to pull over immediately to prevent damage while in others you merely need to tighten you gas cap next time you stop in order to reset the service engine soon light. Then switch the ignition back off again.