How to Reset the Brake Warning Light on a 2001 BMW 325Ci

Resetting the System
1. Sit in the front seat of your 2001 BMW 325Ci. Keep the driver's door open.
2. Insert your keys into the ignition.Turn your keys two clicks clockwise to the number '2' position to turn your BMW 325Ci's system on without starting the engine.
3. Keep your keys in position '2.' Wait 30 seconds to allow your dash lighting system and vehicle computer to adjust. Press your foot on the brake pedal.
4. Turn your BMW 325Ci off so that the system can register repairs that have occurred since your brake warning light first appeared.
5. Turn your keys all the way clockwise in the ignition to restart your 2001 BMW 325Ci. View your dashboard lighting system. Check to make sure the brake warning light is off to ensure that your system is reset.

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How to Tell If an Audi Has Servotronic

1. Open the driver's door and locate the fuse panel on the left side of the dashboard.
2. Insert the flat screwdriver into the small slit on the fuse panel and pry it loose.
3. Look inside the fuse panel, behind the fuse box, for the Servotronic module. It will be marked with a '638' stamp or 'Servotronic' marking. If the module is not there, then your Audi does not have Servotronic.

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How to Replace the Alternator in a Mercedes Benz

1. Examine the drive belt configuration. The Mercedes Benz line of vehicles uses a serpentine belt (one long belt) to power the alternator and a series of other electrical components. Note the orientation of the belt. There is a belt diagram on the underside of the hood and on the frame of the Benz next to the hood latch (on some models).
2. Release tension on the alternator belt. Turn the center tension pulley clockwise with a socket wrench. This will create slack in the belt.
3. Slide the belt off the alternator. You will need to remove the belt from all of the other components on the system as well.
4. Remove the electrical connector on the back of the alternator.
5. Remove the top and bottom alternator mounting bolts and slide the alternator out of the engine bay.
6. Install the new alternator. Installation is the reverse of the removal process. When installing the belt, it is best to use a new one. They're relatively inexpensive for the Benz and by the time an alternator needs to be replaced, the belt is usually worn to the point where it will likely need to be replaced soon as well. Make sure that the belt sits directly in the center of the pulley, and that the teeth on the belt sit in the pulley's grooves. Route the belt according to the belt path on the underside of the hood.

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How to Reset a Fuel Gauge

1. Turn the ignition switch to the 'On' position.
2. Press the 'Odo/Trip' button until the odometer is put into 'ODO' mode.
3. Turn off the ignition.
4. Press and hold the 'Odo/Trip' button. Turn the ignition switch to the 'On' position. Hold the 'Odo/Trip' button for two seconds. Release the 'Odo/Trip' button and then immediately press it again, release it, press it, release it and then press it and hold it. Hold the button until the leveling information is displayed on the odometer, about five seconds.
5. Release the 'Odo/Trip' button.
6. Press and hold the 'Odo/Trip' button until the odometer display reads '1', which indicates the reset process has begun.
7. Release the 'Odo/Trip' button when the reset process is complete, which is indicated when the odometer display returns to normal.
8. Turn off the ignition.

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How to Charge a Cold Car Battery

1. Remove the drained battery from your vehicle. You'll need to use the correct size wrenches to loosen the terminals and remove any shields or brackets that are holding the battery in place.
2. Place the battery in a well-ventilated environment where the battery can slowly warm above freezing. Do not place the battery near open fire or heat. Remember, you'll have to use your battery charger, so a nearby electrical outlet and/or extension cord will be necessary.
3. Check the battery for physical damage after you've allowed it warm up. If it's a standard-duty battery, remove the caps and check the water level. Add distilled water if necessary; just enough to fill the bottom of the refill holes. Once you've made sure the battery is full of water and is undamaged, you can proceed with recharging it.
4. Check your battery charger to make sure all switches are off. You can also check to make sure it is set to 12 volts. Then hook the positive clamp of the charger to the positive post on your drained battery. Hook the negative clamp to the negative post in the same manner.
5. Plug your battery charger into a nearby electrical outlet, using an extension cord if necessary.
6. Adjust the settings on your battery charger, if any. Some chargers allow you to set the amp-rate at which the battery charges. The higher the amps, the faster your drained battery will recharge. Some chargers also have a timer. Set the charger according to your wishes and turn the power on. Charging times will vary, so check on the battery often.
7. Unplug the charger once the battery has a complete charge. Turn the switch off and unhook the negative clamp, then the positive clamp.
8. Place the battery back into your vehicle, making sure you fasten the terminals securely to the battery posts. Replace all shields and brackets and start your vehicle.

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Mercedes Benz C230 Won#039;t Start

1. Add 1 gallon of gas to your C230 and then turn the key in the ignition on and off a couple of times while you are pumping the C230's gas pedal. This will engage the car's fuel pump.
2. Turn the ignition and listen for a clicking noise. Have a mechanic check the starter if you hear a clicking noise
3. Turn the ignition over without starting the car. Check the electrical lights in your car's dashboard. If the lights do not come on or the lights are really dim, the battery needs to be charged or replaced.
4. Jump start the C230 with another car and a pair of jumper cables. Allow the car to run for about 5 minutes and then turn it off. Try to restart the car. If the car will not turn back on, you need to replace the battery.

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How to Change a BMW Door Handle

1. Remove the plastic cap that conceals the screw that holds the housing to the door panel. Use a flat head screwdriver to pry the cap off.
2. Remove the screw that holds the door handle housing to the door panel with a screwdriver. The housing should now come loose.
3. Pull the housing gently away from the door panel. The door handle will still be connected to the release cable, so only pull it as far as the cable will allow you to.
4. Disconnect the door release cable with a pair of long needle nose pliers. The cable is fastened with a hook that needs to be wiggled and pulled off of the large metal hook on the door handle. You should now be able to remove the door handle and housing from the door panel and set it aside.
5. Install the new assembly by hooking the door release cable over the hook on the new door handle assembly. It will help to turn the housing 180-degrees (upside down) and hook the cable on. Once the cable is hooked on, turn the assembly back around, being careful not to scratch the leather.
6. Place the housing partially back in the door panel. Place the cable in the guide groove of the housing. This cable must be installed in the groove in order for the door to open. Push the door handle into place in the door panel.
7. Reinstall the screw that holds the door handle housing to the door panel. Reinstall the plastic cover that conceals the screw. Test the door handle to ensure that it is working correctly.

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How to Connect to a 745i With an iPhone

1. Turn on your iPhone and turn on Bluetooth by selecting 'Settings > General > Bluetooth' and switching the toggle to 'ON.' This will allow you to make phone calls using the phone icon on your 745i's steering wheel.
2. Connect your iPhone to the USB port located at the left of your 745i's glove compartment using the iPhone USB cord.
3. Push down the iDrive control wheel at the center of your console to activate the iDrive display to the right of your steering wheel. Your iPhone's playlists and artists will be displayed on the screen.
4. Use the iDrive control wheel or the steering wheel's arrow buttons to scroll through playlists, artists and tracks. Tap the phone button on the steering wheel and use the iDrive control wheel to scroll through contacts and make phone calls.

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How to Replace an Oil Pan Gasket in a Mercedes Benz E320

1. Remove the oil pan from underneath the engine. Wash the pan and bolts with soap and water to remove any oil residue. Dry both the pan and bolts completely with a rag before moving on to the next step.
2. Line the gasket ridge and bolt holes on top of the drain pan with a rubber sealant. Arrange the gasket on top of the pan by lining up the bolt holes. Press the gasket down firmly. Place the bolts in the holes to hold the gasket in place and to ensure they go through easily.
3. Allow the pan and gasket to dry for at least 30 minutes before reattaching it to the transmission casing.

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How to Turn on Sirius Satellite Radio

1. Load the Sirius Satellite Radio activation page, located at sirius.com/install. Alternatively, you can call the Sirius customer service hotline at (888) 539-7474.
2. Power on your satellite radio and tune it to channel 184.
3. Click the 'Activate Now' button on the Sirius activation website. Be certain to take note of your Sirius receiver's Electronic Serial Number (ESN) before starting the activation process.
4. Click the 'Get Started' link under the Create a New Account heading.
5. Enter the ESN in the appropriate field, and type the promo code for your account, if you have one. Select where you are activating the radio, and type the security code shown in the verification image. Click 'Next' after providing this information.
6. Create a username and password for your Sirius account on the Account Login page. Click 'Next.'
7. Provide the contact information, including address and phone number, for the account holder, and click the 'Next' button after providing this information.
8. Enter your gift card number if you are paying for the full subscription or a portion of it using a Sirius gift card. Click 'Next' after providing the gift card number, if applicable.
9. Select the Sirius radio package you want to turn on. Sirius offers a range of packages, including Sirius Everything, which includes all Sirius channels, Sirius with the Best of XM, which adds popular XM channels to your receiver, and even special interest packages where you can choose up to 50 channels to include with your subscription. Click 'Next' after selecting a package.
10. Provide billing information, including a credit card number, to configure automatically recurring payments. Click 'Next.'
11. Review your new account details and click the 'Activate' button to turn on Sirius Satellite Radio. Ensure that your radio is tuned to channel 184.

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