Why is my brake reset unsuccessful?

Why is my brake reset unsuccessful?

The most issue that will prevent you from reseting BMW brake wear reminder is becasue the pads on the axle with old pads are critically well as well. For example, if you replaced the front brake pads, the rear brake pads may be low as well.

How do I clear my CC ID 71?

BMW CC-ID codes readout

  1. Turn the ignition on.
  2. Dismiss or wait for all warning and failure messages to disappear.
  3. Use left stalk to navigate to “CHECK” submenu.
  4. Press BC button on the left stalk and hold it pressed for 5 seconds.
  5. Release the button when BMW CC-ID codes appear on the bottom display.

How do you reset iDrive brakes?

Reset iDrive brake wear indicators by a) pressing start button, no foot on brake; b) wait for Service reminder to disappear; c) press and hold the odometer button until you can see that values can change, and press until each of Front and Rear Brake values can be changed – it will show ‘Reset possible’ and will change …

Where are brake sensors located?

Basic brake wear systems feature a sensor at each corner of the vehicle and is usually installed within the inner brake pad. However the number of wheels fitted with sensors and placement on the brake pad can vary from car to car.

How many brake wear sensors do I need?

Typically two. One sensor is located on one front brake pad (left front). The second wear sensor is on the right rear brake pads.

What is CC ID 71?

The BMW error code cc id 71 means there is a brake pad sensor wear fault. Well the wear sensors are designed to break or complete a circuit once the brake pad has worn enough for the sensor to contact the brake rotor.

How can I reset the GM ABS brake module?

Navigate to the “ABS” menu on the computerized scan tool by pushing the down arrow button. Select “Clear all codes.” Power off the computerized scan tool and disconnect it from the DLC connector. Turn on the vehicle and verify that the ABS module is no longer lit. A computerized scan tool can be purchased online, or at any automotive supply store.

What happens when you reset the brake service reminder?

When you carry out the procedure to reset the brake light a message will display on the instrument cluster stating “reset impossible”. If you have reset the brake service reminder for both the front and rear brake pads and the light remains on, the next step is to check the voltage going to brake pad wear sensor and read the fault codes.

What happens if you don’t reset your parking brake?

WARNING: Failure to release the tension andcalibrate the electric parking brake during rear parking brake related serviceprocedures, could cause the parking brake to function incorrectly or becomeinoperative.

How do I reset the brake pad on a BMW?

If resetting BMW brake pad wear using the normal reset procedure fails, try resetting using the hidden menu. Turn on the ignition. Press and hold the reset button until the hidden menu comes up. You should see FGSTNR on the cluster. Scroll to item 19 to unlock. It will display Lock: ON.