[jonesy]

i have tried the method already posted it doesnt seem to work, is it different for mine 318c1 2002?

 

[RYM]

Hi jonesy, which method are you referring to please mate:thumbsup

You can purchase tools to do this from the likes of EURO CAR PARTS and GSF, very handy indeed:thumbsup

 

[RYM]

Got it:thumbsup

The earlier e46s can be reset as follows

1.With Ignition Key in OFF position press and hold odometer reset down and turn ignition key to position 1 (Aux 1),
2. Keep button pressed for around 5 seconds and the words Oil change or Inspection plus RESET will display,
3. Release reset button then press reset button again until RESET begins to flash
4. Whilst reset is flashing, briefly press the reset button again and the display should read about 15250 which is the reset service interval distance.
5. After the reset distance is displayed, the caption "End SIA" appears in the display to confirm reset.

 

[jonesy]

oil reset

The method you mention pressing odometer, turning key and so on this didin't work.:thumbsup

 

[xXNealXx]

On my E46, you have to reset by a diagnostic tool connected to the OBC, so I am guessing it will the same for yours. You could try the pin shorting method, but I would really recommend the proper reset tool, otherwise you may do more damage.

 

[jonesy]

Cheers mate can i buy this tool if so where from?

 

[xXNealXx]

A20_RYM has suggested some places you can get one from or ebay. Have a look at THIS if you are on a budget.

 

[jonesy]

having never done anything like this it will be o.k not sounding too stupid i dont wont to do any damage just for the sake of resetting this.

 

[xXNealXx]

With the right tool, you should be fine jonesy :thumbsup

 

[Ronnie]

Otherwise try it like this........

1.With Ignition Key in OFF position press and hold odometer reset down and turn ignition key to position 1 (Aux 1),
2. Keep button pressed until RESET begins to flash
3. Whilst reset is flashing, briefly release and press the reset button again and the display should read 15250 which is the reset service interval distance.
4. After the reset distance is displayed, the caption "End SIA" appears in the display to confirm reset.

 

[xXNealXx]

Rym has mentioned it already above and it didn't work for him. Under a bit of pressure Ron?...:rofl

 

[Ronnie]

Rym has mentioned it already above and it didn't work for him. Under a bit of pressure Ron?...:rofl

Worded different due to different procedure :lol

And only 4 lines, that's 1,2,3,4 :rofl

:silly

 

[xXNealXx]

You summarise well Ron. Rym's procedure seemed too lengthy...:silly...:hihi..:rofl
Anway, I think this procedure only works on the facelift models ptimist

 

[Tabbs]

You summarise well Ron. Rym's procedure seemed too lengthy...:silly...:hihi..:rofl
Anway, I think this procedure only works on the facelift models ptimist

I used this method on my 52 plate car and it worked. My car is the pre-facelift version.

 

[xXNealXx]

I used this method on my 52 plate car and it worked. My car is the pre-facelift version.

Oops! My bad :embarrassed.....:hihi:rofl

 

[Tabbs]

Oops! My bad :embarrassed.....:hihi:rofl

:thumbsup