How to reset the maintenance light on GAC Trumpchi GA8?

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SanCameron
07/29/25 3:54am
Steps to reset the maintenance light on Trumpchi GA8: 1. Turn off the ignition switch and shut down the engine. 2. Press and hold the right button (reset/zero) on the instrument panel with your left hand. 3. Turn on the ignition switch. 4. Continue holding the "reset/zero" button with your left hand until the maintenance light enters reset mode, then release the right button (reset/zero button). 5. Within 20 seconds of releasing the right button, press the left "menu button" once to confirm the reset. Here is some relevant information: 1. To ensure normal vehicle operation, manufacturers have installed reminder indicator lights that activate after certain mileage intervals, prompting owners to replace parts promptly. However, sometimes owners may not intend to perform maintenance so soon, hence the need to clear the maintenance reminder light. 2. The original purpose of the vehicle maintenance light is to remind owners to perform maintenance as soon as possible. Owners should promptly visit a 4S shop for maintenance, after which the shop will use a diagnostic tool to reset the maintenance light. The fastest and most accurate method to clear the maintenance reminder light is by using a diagnostic tool, which most individual owners don't possess. It is recommended that owners clear the reminder light after maintenance at a 4S shop or visit an external 4S shop for this service.
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LeKira
08/12/25 7:41am
Resetting the maintenance light on the GAC Trumpchi GA8 is quite simple, similar to what I've done before on my own. Just follow these steps: First, turn off the engine and ensure the vehicle is parked. Then, turn the key or press the start button to the ON position (power on but don't start the engine), at which point the dashboard lights up. Locate the reset button on the dashboard, usually near the odometer or info screen, hold it down for a few seconds until the maintenance light flashes or goes off, then release. Turn off the power and restart to confirm the light is off. The procedure may vary slightly for different model years of the GA8; for example, the 2016 model often uses the steering wheel control buttons to access the settings menu for resetting. After resetting, remember to check the vehicle's oil level to ensure the maintenance is truly completed, otherwise the light might come back on. Regularly resetting the maintenance record helps your car provide smarter reminders, making it easier to schedule the next service in advance. The key point is that you don't need to rush to the dealership, saving both time and money.
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