How to manually reset the maintenance light on a Cayenne?
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The method to manually reset the maintenance light on a Cayenne is: 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, immediately press the A button twice, then turn the ignition switch to the OFF position; 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position again, press and hold the A button for 10 seconds, after which the new maintenance interval will appear on the display, accompanied by an audible signal; 3. Release the A button, then turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, next press and hold the mileage reset button on the instrument panel, turn the key to the ON position, at this time the instrument panel will display "service rest", press the ENTER button on the wiper switch to complete the reset. The Cayenne is an SUV model from Porsche, with body dimensions of 4846mm in length, 1939mm in width, 1705mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2895mm. The Cayenne features a 5-seat design, with door panels, seats, steering wheel, and gear shift lever all wrapped in genuine leather, and comes with aluminum-white interior panels, a 3-ring instrument cluster, independently adjustable front seat climate control, a multifunction steering wheel, and other configurations.
A few days ago, I encountered the issue of the Cayenne maintenance light coming on, and resetting it myself was quite convenient. Without starting the car, first turn the key to the ON position, where the dashboard lights up. Then, press and hold the ODO/TRIP button near the steering wheel without releasing it, and slowly turn the key back to the ACC position, or for some model years, you might need to turn it to OFF. Wait for about five seconds, and when you see the indicator light go off, release the button—mission accomplished. The whole process is straightforward and doesn’t require a costly trip to the dealership. However, remember to check the oil level and filter condition after resetting, as some reminders are tied to specific maintenance items. If it doesn’t work the first time, it might be because the button wasn’t held long enough or the sequence was incorrect—just try a few more times, and you’ll get it. Resetting it yourself before regular maintenance saves both time and money.
