How to Manually Reset the Santana Maintenance Light?

[OEmily]

Turn off the ignition switch to ensure the car is in the off state. Press and hold the reset button on the dashboard with your left hand. While continuing to hold the reset button with your left hand, turn on the ignition switch. Keep holding the reset button until the maintenance light enters the reset mode, then release the reset button. Within 20 seconds of releasing the right button, press the left menu button once to confirm the reset.

[CalvinMarie]

Turn off the ignition switch, press and hold the reset button on the dashboard (usually the right button or the one marked 0.0/SET). While keeping it pressed, turn the key to the ON position (do not start the engine). Wait until the maintenance light changes from blinking to a horizontal line or displays 0km, then release the button. Finally, turn off the power and restart. The button positions may vary for different model years of Santana, and older models might require two attempts. Operations after power-off are more prone to failure, so it's recommended to try again after the vehicle is fully started. Keep your hand steady during the operation and hold the button for at least five to six seconds. After resetting, check if the dashboard display has cleared successfully. If it fails, repeat the process.

[DelMadelyn]

Resetting the maintenance light on my old Santana is super easy: After turning off the engine, press and hold the 0.0 button on the right side of the dashboard without releasing it, turn the key to the ignition position, and keep an eye on the dashboard for about ten seconds until the small wrench icon next to the odometer disappears. Make sure not to start the engine, or all your effort will be in vain. The button may vary for different car models; some require pressing the left button instead. Resetting only clears the reminder; you still need to perform the actual maintenance. Last time, I delayed the reset by 500 kilometers, and the engine oil turned black—don’t make the same mistake I did.

[PiperAnn]

Resetting the Santana maintenance light is a breeze. Turn off the ignition, press and hold the reset button on the dashboard (usually the round right button), turn the key to the second position, and release the button immediately when the maintenance reminder on the dashboard flashes and turns into a horizontal line. The key is to hold the button continuously in the power-on state; pressing it too briefly will cause failure. The procedure varies slightly between older and newer models—if unsure, check the manual in the glovebox. After resetting, the next maintenance cycle will automatically reset, but remember to keep track of the mileage and not exceed it too much. If the light remains on after repeated attempts, it might indicate an issue with the sensor or control module.

[StCaleb]

First, turn off the engine without removing the key. Locate the button on the dashboard marked with 0.0 (older models may use the SET button) and press it firmly without releasing. Turn the key to the ignition-on position and hold for about 20 seconds until the maintenance indicator light goes off or the countdown resets to zero. For newer Santana models, a reset prompt may appear on the LCD screen. Keep your hand steady during the process and avoid releasing midway. After resetting, it's advisable to start the engine to verify success—if the light is off, the reset is complete. Remember to log the maintenance separately, as resetting doesn't equate to actual servicing.

[VonJayden]

With the engine off, press and hold the reset button on the dashboard (usually a small round button), turn the key to the ON position, and continue holding while observing the dashboard. After approximately 10 to 15 seconds, the maintenance light will automatically turn off—release the button and turn off the power to reset it. The button location may vary between left and right sides depending on the car model; if you can't find it, refer to the owner's manual. After resetting, the maintenance mileage will start counting anew, but don't delay maintenance because of this. Most failures occur due to holding the button for too short a time; it's recommended to count to 15 before releasing. After completing the process, start the vehicle to check the results for better assurance.