"Ghost" warning msgs on OBC

[myblack540i]

My car is a 1995 540ia. Lately I've been getting some "ghost" warning messages on my OBC. I say ghost warnings because they pop up and the problem isn't really happening.
Example: "Brake LT Circuit" - Brake lights are operating normally. "Tail Light" - All tail lights working fine.

The warning message will come on, but will reset itself if I shut the car off and restart it. Is this an indicator of an impending electronic meltdown? Or just a minor annoyance?

Any similar experiences?

Thanks!
Todd

[billb]

My car is a 1995 540ia. Lately I've been getting some "ghost" warning messages on my OBC. I say ghost warnings because they pop up and the problem isn't really happening.
Example: "Brake LT Circuit" - Brake lights are operating normally. "Tail Light" - All tail lights working fine.

The warning message will come on, but will reset itself if I shut the car off and restart it. Is this an indicator of an impending electronic meltdown? Or just a minor annoyance?

Any similar experiences?

Thanks!
Todd

Check these links.

brake light switch

quick fixes

Your tail lights could have corrosion on the contacts, or could not be BMW silver bases. Standard brass base bulbs can give you this problem.

[compmore]

i have been getting the same warnings on my 540i as soon as i turn the headlights on. bmw guys say it's due to faulty resistance in the back headlight caps.have paid and ordered these but won't see for about 4 weeks

if hella lights they are part no.63121378333

[Sam-Son]

Happens all the time. Also I get a coolant level warning and I know there's enough coolant