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09-13-2010, 03:13 PM | #1 |
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HELP! Got a "SERVICE" icon when i ONLY start the car??
What does it mean when the "SERVICE" icon only comes up when i start the car but doesn't show anytime when i'm driving. Does this mean anything?
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09-13-2010, 04:27 PM | #2 |
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It means your car needs to be SERVICED!
How many miles? And how long has your can been in service from the delivery date? Probably just an oil change service due. Its in yellow right? |
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09-14-2010, 02:28 AM | #3 |
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i have 11900. the service yellow light started to show last week. it only shows up when i start the car and then it disappears. the service sign does not show up any other time unless i start it. my last oil change was at 7500 and they told me every 12000.
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09-14-2010, 06:31 AM | #4 |
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same exact issue here at 27,200 miles. ive also been told, just oil change service. although im getting close to the 30k mile service
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09-14-2010, 06:37 AM | #5 |
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09-14-2010, 08:12 AM | #7 |
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no i don't have idrive...i have a MT. So now this Serive light can be other things than just an oil change? but thanks for the tip about the brake pads..i might check on that to make sure..
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09-14-2010, 08:53 AM | #8 |
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You can go through the maintenance menu on your dash using the stalk on the left of the steering wheel... it'll tell you what you're due for. It gives you a mileage and date for each item I believe.
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09-15-2010, 04:51 PM | #10 | |
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ANY TIME you see the "!" symbol it is calling your attention to a problem or warning! Could be an oil change, brakes, low fuel, low tire pressure of failure. ANYTHING! |
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09-15-2010, 05:12 PM | #11 |
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^ Really no excuse not to... the manual is in the car (hopefully) and available online as well.
http://www.bmwusa.com/Standard/Content/Owner/dgh.aspx |
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09-16-2010, 02:45 PM | #12 | |
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09-17-2010, 12:53 AM | #13 |
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My "service" light came on July 1. It would disappear after a few seconds. I figured out that it was my PA state inspection due, as the car was new in July, 2009. What else would it be? The car wasn't up for a regular BMW service.
I had it done locally, not worth the 2 1/2 drive to the dealer. The light still shows up, but, as I am finally nosing to the 15,000 service (had oil changed more often on my dime). I'll make the road trip for that. |
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09-17-2010, 09:36 AM | #14 | |
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09-20-2010, 09:32 AM | #15 |
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I just took my car in today. The "service" light was on (27+k mi) The are doing... 1) oil 2) brake fluid 3) coolant if necessary 4) 2 recalls (seatbelt tensioner and tail light) 5) full inspection (this happens around 30K) 6) headlights (one is out) 7) wiper blades 8) interior cabin filter 9) prob air filter 10) rotate tires (I just did this but they do it for free for me even though it is not technically covered) 11) provide a 335d to drive (so F-ing fun)
So in short the service light is just there to tell you when to go in for MAINTENANCE. Nothing is wrong with you car. |
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