How to Reset the Maintenance Light on a 2016 Jeep Cherokee?
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Here are the steps to reset the maintenance light for a 2016 Jeep Cherokee: Without pressing the brake pedal, press and hold the start button and turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Within 10 seconds, press the brake pedal three times, making sure to press it all the way down each time. Without pressing the brake pedal, press and hold the start button and turn the ignition switch to the OFF position to complete the reset. Here is some related information about the Jeep Cherokee: The Jeep Cherokee will illuminate the maintenance light a period before the scheduled maintenance is due, prompting the owner to perform maintenance in a timely manner. Routine maintenance includes oil changes, brake fluid service, coolant service, brake pad replacement, etc. After completing these operations, a reset is required. Generally, after turning on the ignition, some maintenance reminder lights will illuminate as part of the system's self-check. They should turn off after a short while. If they do not turn off, it may indicate a problem with a system that requires inspection and repair. If there is an issue like burning oil or low oil level triggering the maintenance light, do not blindly reset it. In addition to resetting the maintenance light, after replacing the battery, certain functions need to be initialized and reset (such as the sunroof, windows, etc.). Generally, after installing new components, it is necessary to connect to the vehicle's computer for matching and initialization reset.
I remember figuring out the method to reset the maintenance light on my 2016 Jeep Cherokee last time. First, don't start the car, just turn the key to the power-on position where the dashboard lights up but the engine doesn't run. Then quickly press the accelerator pedal all the way down with your right foot and release it, repeating this action three times in a row. Make sure the movements are crisp and not sluggish. Immediately after the third press, turn off the power, wait a few seconds, and then restart the vehicle. At this point, you'll notice the maintenance light has turned off. The key is to perform the actions smoothly and quickly without pausing in between. If it doesn't work the first time, don't worry—just start over and it should do the trick. After completing the reset, I recommend taking a short drive to verify the results, so you don't end up wasting your effort. Doing it yourself can save you a trip to the repair shop, but remember to change the engine oil on schedule when it's due.
As a mechanic who frequently works on the Cherokee, I have experience resetting the maintenance light for the 2016 model. Sit in the car without pressing the brake, press the start button to power on the dashboard. Keep your left foot steady, and with your right foot, press the accelerator pedal all the way down and release it smoothly, repeating this three times consecutively—the entire process should ideally be completed within 5 seconds. Then, hold the start button to power off the vehicle, wait until the dashboard goes completely dark, and restart the engine. If the wrench icon disappears, the reset was successful; if it remains lit, it’s likely due to incorrect pedal timing. Be careful not to touch other pedals during the process, especially automatic transmission drivers to avoid accidentally pressing the brake. After resetting, note the next maintenance date in your phone’s reminders to prevent engine damage from overuse.
