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      08-19-2014, 04:06 PM   #96
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Originally Posted by fe1rx View Post
When mine came on at about 96,000 km it was for a power steering fluid flush and a coolant flush. It counted down based on mileage, not calendar so these both seem to be distance related. I have no idea if they are at a fixed distance or based on a usage algorithm though. I think you will get the light for a variety of other scheduled service items (like spark plugs, cabin air microfilter, intake filter, etc.). BMW can tell you specifically if they read your key.
BMW AG has no specific interval for a coolant or PS flush/change. That service is something your dealer told you - and you bought it. Nothing wrong with that, bc IMO it was probably needed based on time. But this service light has nothing to do with those two services. Its merely to get you "in the door".

I believe on some cars, when they are PDI'd(pre delivery inspected) some dealers don't even activate this service light in the CBS menu.
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