[e93reno]

.So this symbol just appeared on my dash, permanently. After searching, seems it's "most likely" a service reminder, but not 100%. I don't have a problem bringing it in to the dealer, but my question is should I take out the jb3 before doing this? Or, as I'm getting the BT tool soon, should i run the code and see what's going on before bringing it in? Thanks for the help. PS: my car has about 25K miles currently
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[Chriztofor]

I would take off the mods, clear the codes, and bring to the dealer.

[adhalla]

Originally Posted by Chriztofor

I would take off the mods, clear the codes, and bring to the dealer.

+1
Jb3 out and take it in to be on the safe side.

[e93reno]

take out the jb3 'AND' clear the code, then take to dealer OR
take out the jb3, don't clear the code, then take to dealer?
Thanks for the quick replies guys

[EHDEN]

take it out...or you might end up voiding your warranty which will mean lots of $$$ out of your pocket..

[F32Fleet]

IIRC this is a 'look over' inspection.

[shockin330i]

I'm pretty sure the manual shows what that symbol means...

[Bartman619]

that's the 30K inspection, comes on every 30K for car inspection.

[cb1111]

That symbol means

[ENINTY]

It's just the 30K mile inspection. No need to go to the dealer, just reset the service indicator and forget about it.

[Ghines1279]

FYI my car was throwing codes, took off mods, cleared codes, and then drove it in, and they were like there is nothing wrong with it. moral of the story, beat it til it throws the code again.

[Tom K.]

Originally Posted by ENINTY

It's just the 30K mile inspection. No need to go to the dealer, just reset the service indicator and forget about it.

The service indicator can only be reset by a dealer. And since this a required (and covered) service, what makes you think that ignoring it won't jeopardize the warranty?

Tom

[ENINTY]

Originally Posted by Tom K.

The service indicator can only be reset by a dealer. And since this a required (and covered) service, what makes you think that ignoring it won't jeopardize the warranty?

Tom

It won't jeopardize the warranty and it is resettable through the I-drive (if his car has it) or though the service indicator reset procedure you can do using the controls on the turnsignal stalk. It resets in the same manner as an oil change reset. All it is is an inspection and read of DME trouble codes. However the OP has a tune in his car, which he'll have to remove so as not to risk BMW noting it and void his warranty, which my advice was to espouse the easier choice between removing the tune or just resetting the light, is resetting the light.

It won't void the warranty and he's probably already voided the warranty anyway by having a tune, so the point is moot. An inspection is not going to be some sort of predictor of a pending warranty issue anyway. The tech will put the car on the lift, look for leaks, torn CV joint boots, and damaged under body panels and he’ll look under the hood for fluid leaks, etc; all of which the OP can do himself (assuming he installed the tune himself he is already somewhat handy around cars). If the car is leaking fluids, the OP will see it and or smell it, and take the car in for service. If the OP’s car is throwing codes, then his check engine light will be on already and he’ll be in for a service appointment anyway, if he removes the tune first.

[89hatcher]

might have to change the rear brake pads.

[e93reno]

Here's an update. I took out the jb3 (which i didn't need to; but did, just in case) and made an appointment. Wasn't brakes, 30k service, or any of that. Was a brake sensor throwing the code. It was checked, and apparently faulty, brakes were good. They replaced the brake sensor. Next service wasn't due until next Feb.

[Chriztofor]

Thanks for the update.