Does the maintenance light of the Corolla hybrid need to be reset?
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The maintenance light of the Corolla hybrid needs to be manually reset. First, turn the ignition key to the second position, hold down the trip reset key without releasing, then insert the key into the instrument light after parking, and the maintenance light will go off. There is a button on the instrument panel used to adjust the mileage; in idle state, hold this button for 2-3 seconds. Simultaneously press the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal, wait for the maintenance light to flash (approximately 15 seconds), then release the brake pedal and accelerator pedal. When a motor vehicle reaches the maintenance mileage, the maintenance indicator light on the dashboard will illuminate. At this time, the driver of the motor vehicle needs to drive it to the brand's after-sales service department or a local repair shop to replace the engine oil and oil filter. After replacement, the vehicle can be used normally.
I definitely think the maintenance light needs to be reset, otherwise it will stay on, misleading you into thinking there are still maintenance tasks left. Every time you complete routine maintenance, such as changing the oil or filters, the system expects you to manually reset that reminder light. The reset operation is quite simple: first turn off the engine, turn the key to the ON position without starting the vehicle, then press and hold the mileage reset button near the steering wheel for a few seconds until the light goes off. It's like updating an internal record to keep the vehicle's reminder system functioning properly. If you don't do it, the persistent light might make you overlook real issues, which could affect the car's performance over time. I recommend making it a habit to reset it immediately after maintenance—it's both convenient and safe. Try referring to the illustrated instructions in the user manual; they're very practical.
