How to reset the maintenance light on a Kia K3?
3 Answers
The maintenance interval for the Kia K3 is 5,000 kilometers, with a warranty policy of 2 years or 60,000 kilometers. When the maintenance mileage is reached, the Kia K3 maintenance light will illuminate to remind the owner to perform maintenance. The method to reset the Kia K3 maintenance light is as follows: 1. Close all doors and turn the key to the OFF position. 2. Press and hold the right button on the instrument panel with your left hand, while simultaneously turning the key to the ON position with your right hand. A non-flashing wrench symbol will appear on the instrument panel. 3. Release the left hand and press the left button on the instrument panel once. The wrench symbol will disappear, indicating that the maintenance reset has been successfully completed.
I often help my friends with their Kia K3, and the maintenance light reset requires using the Odo button method—that small dotted button on the right side of the steering wheel. First, turn off the engine and ensure the car is stationary. Then, press and hold the Odo button without releasing it, and turn the key to the ON position or press the start button (but don’t press the accelerator to start the engine). Wait patiently for about 10 seconds until the orange maintenance icon on the dashboard starts blinking or disappears—then you’re done. This light reminds you to change the oil and such, so don’t rush to reset it. Check the manual for the last maintenance date first to avoid delaying important tasks. Kia’s design is great—DIY saves money and is convenient, plus regular maintenance extends engine life. If you’ve just had maintenance done, this is the perfect time to reset it.
When the maintenance light first came on after I bought my car, I panicked and immediately searched online for solutions. The method turned out to be quite simple: Park and turn off the engine, press and hold the ODO button on the dashboard, then turn on the ignition without starting the engine. Wait for the light to blink a few times before it goes off—the whole process takes just a minute or two. I recommend new car owners check the owner’s manual or watch tutorial videos in advance to avoid mistakes. After getting used to this routine, whenever the light comes on, I first consider whether it’s time for an oil change instead of just resetting it—ignoring maintenance isn’t good for the car. Handling it myself saves trips to the dealership, where long waits and unnecessary expenses are common. Now, I understand my car much better.