How to Reset the Maintenance Light on a 2018 New Corolla?
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Toyota Corolla maintenance light reset method is as follows: 1. Press and hold the "A" button while stepping on the brake pedal; neither should be released midway. 2. Do not start the engine, but the vehicle's power must be turned on. 3. The dashboard characters will flash or the entire display will blink. 4. Continue holding the "A" button until "..." appears on the dashboard. 5. Release the reset button "A" and then release the brake. 6. The maintenance light reset operation is complete; turn off the vehicle's power. Below is additional information about the maintenance light: 1. The maintenance light reminds the owner that it's time for new maintenance, suggesting timely servicing. Not all vehicle models can be manually reset; some require specialized manufacturer equipment to clear the code. 2. Although the vehicle's mechanical lifespan may be longer, certain components require regular maintenance to reduce future repair costs.
I've owned my Corolla for over three years and have reset the maintenance light several times myself. First, sit in the driver's seat without pressing the brake pedal, then press the start button twice to power up the dashboard (don't start the engine). Use the arrow buttons on the right side of the steering wheel to toggle left/right until the center display shows the setup menu. Select the vehicle settings option and press confirm, then locate the maintenance reset item and hold the OK button for more than 3 seconds. The screen will flash prompting confirmation - quickly press OK again to complete. Remember not to press the brake pedal during this process, otherwise the engine will start. After resetting, power off and check if the wrench icon disappears upon restarting; if it persists, visit the dealership for ECU inspection. I recommend performing this immediately after maintenance to avoid annoying startup reminders.
