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Expert: Sean Halliday - 3/4/2008


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I have a 1998 BMWis can you please tell me where the plug is on the car to reset oil and airbag and is there a scan tool that resets both

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Yes,there is a special scan tool to reset the oil and srs light.The scan tool is kinda expensive so its best to have a local shop or dealer set it.The SRS light is the airbag and if this is on,you have a problem with the system.In the event of an accident,your airbags may not work so its urgent you get it looked at.You cannot reset this light or read the problem as this is yet another seperate scan tool for this car.

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Sean Halliday

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general auto repair,japanese,bmw,mercedes,mini cooper 1960/2009,general british cars,ford.I DO NOT work on automatic transmissions.Manual transissions i install clutches only.Many people ask me to diagnose noises from their cars,unfortunately i cannot do this unless i hear it.As you appreciate,vehicles can and will make a variety of noises.I DONT UPGRADE or fit aftermarket performace kits,parts,chips,only replacement parts.

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