How to Reset the Maintenance Light on a Highlander?

[VonFernando]

The method to reset the maintenance light on a Highlander is: 1. Turn off the engine and press and hold the short-distance trip meter reset button located below the tachometer; 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, release the short-distance trip meter reset button, and the SERVICE indicator will appear on the display; 3. Pull out the minute button on the clock and turn it to the right, the mileage will be displayed on the screen; 4. Turn off the engine, then turn the ignition to the ON position to complete the reset. The Highlander is a large SUV produced by Toyota, with dimensions of 4795mm in length, 1910mm in width, and 1760mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2790mm. The second row of seats can slide forward and backward by 120mm and features a fold-down function in proportion. The middle seat can also be freely removed and reconfigured.

[DeMary]

I've helped my friend reset the maintenance light several times. First, power on the car without starting the engine, then locate the small black cylindrical button in the instrument panel button area below the left side of the steering wheel. While holding it down, turn the key to the ON position. You'll see a countdown progress bar appear on the dashboard. Keep holding until the progress bar completes, and the maintenance light will turn off. Remember to do this immediately after maintenance, otherwise the next service interval calculation will be inaccurate. The Highlander's design is quite annoying - unlike German cars that can be reset with a computer. I recommend asking the mechanic to reset it right after maintenance to save yourself the trouble.

[LeSophie]

Just helped my sister with her Highlander on this last week. First, you need to sit in the driver's seat and press the brake pedal. Then, with your left hand, press the round button among the two vertical buttons on the left side of the steering wheel, while your right hand turns the ignition but don't start the engine! Once the engine icon lights up, a 10-second countdown begins—make sure not to let go. When the countdown ends, the little wrench icon will disappear. However, for older models, you need to press both the ODO and POWER buttons simultaneously. Honestly, this design isn't very user-friendly for female drivers—my sister tried three times before succeeding. Personally, I think the 4S dealership should handle the reset themselves; it's part of their job.

[GrahamRose]

The zero reset operation is divided into three steps: 1. Power on without ignition. 2. Simultaneously press the mileage reset button and the instrument function button. 3. Wait for 10 seconds until the instrument flashes to complete. After the 2018 model year, it was changed to a single-button operation. For the new models, press and hold the black button in the lower left corner of the instrument panel for 15 seconds. Most operation failures are due to incorrect button sequences. Remember, the operation must be performed before ignition. Some repair shops take shortcuts by directly pulling out the fuse, which can cause the vehicle's computer data to become disordered. Never do this.

[SanRiver]

Tested on the third-generation Highlander, the reset method varies by model year. For the 2015 model, you need to press the brake and hold the ODO button while igniting, then wait for the maintenance light to flash off. The 2019 model changed to holding the TRIP button on the left side of the steering wheel. The 2022 model is even simpler—just reset it directly in the vehicle settings on the center console. Key point! Ensure the battery voltage is stable during operation; a low battery state can easily cause failure. Last time, the owner of a modification shop told me that for some batches of vehicles, you need to use a diagnostic tool to access the ECU for a complete reset, as a regular reset only lasts for 10,000 kilometers.

[LylaRose]

The principle is to reset the maintenance counter of the vehicle's onboard computer. The core operation involves triggering the reset protocol: 1. Activate the ECU by powering on the vehicle. 2. Send the reset signal using specific button combinations. Toyota models typically use steering wheel buttons; for example, the new Highlander requires holding the steering wheel return button + OK button for ten seconds, which is more convenient than older models. Note that after resetting the oil life, the system will automatically calculate the next maintenance mileage, but it's recommended to place a maintenance date label on the windshield for reliability.