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How to Reset the Brake Light on a BMW 528i

The On-Board Diagnostics computer, or OBD, on your BMW 528i stores trouble codes that come from sensors positioned throughout the vehicle. These sensors keep track of the mechanical functions of your vehicle. When you see the ABS or Antilock Brake light flash on your instrument panel, you know there is a malfunction with your braking system. This needs to be looked at and repaired as soon as possible by a qualified mechanic. Once the repairs have been made, you need to reset the brake light to ensure the vehicles computer will continue to properly monitor the braking system.

Instructions

1

Locate the fuse panel cover on the drivers side dashboard, near the foot well. Use your fingers to pull down on it from the top.

2

Find a large port on the fuse panel. Plug the connective end of the OBD reset tool into this port.

3

Put the key into the ignition and turn it to the "on" position. Dont turn on the engine, though. This will power on the OBD reset tool automatically.

4

Wait for the codes to flash on the OBD reset tool screen. Use the arrow keys on the reset tool to find and select "Delete" on the menu screen. Some OBD reset tools have a "Delete" button on the face of the tool. Either way, select "Delete" and wait for the ABS light to blink and then turn off on the instrument panel.

5

Unplug the tool from the port and replace the fuse panel cover. Turn off the vehicle and wait 60 seconds. Turn the engine on and verify the ABS light is off.

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