How to Reset the Maintenance Light on the Elantra?

[KiraAnn]

The method to reset the maintenance light on the Elantra is: 1. With the car turned off, press and hold the trip meter reset button; 2. Turn the ignition switch to the 'on' position, then press the reset button for more than 5 seconds to activate the reset mode; 3. Press the reset button for more than 1 second to complete the reset. Taking the 2016 Elantra as an example, its body structure is a 4-door, 5-seater sedan with dimensions of 4570mm in length, 1775mm in width, and 1445mm in height, a wheelbase of 2700mm, a minimum ground clearance of 150mm, a fuel tank capacity of 50 liters, a trunk capacity of 473 liters, and a curb weight of 1233kg.

[ElliotAnn]

As a long-time owner of the Elantra Langdong for nearly a decade, I'm very familiar with resetting the maintenance light: Turn off the ignition without starting the engine, then press and hold the trip reset button on the dashboard. Turn the key to the ON position (but don't start the engine), continue holding the button for about 5-6 seconds until the light goes off. Remember to always perform this after proper maintenance - don't cheat yourself by resetting it prematurely as you might overlook serious issues. Regular maintenance helps extend engine life and saves repair costs. Don't be afraid to try it yourself - it's quite simple. You might feel nervous the first time, but it becomes easy with practice. The Elantra Langdong is decent quality, but ignoring maintenance light warnings could lead to expensive engine problems.

[VonEvelyn]

With over a decade of car repair experience, here's how to reset the Elantra maintenance light: Turn off the engine, press and hold the TRIP button without releasing, turn the key to the ACC position (second gear), and keep pressing for about 5 seconds until the indicator light goes off. Ensure the car is parked on level ground during operation to avoid messing up other settings. Resetting after maintenance is a good practice—it prevents false dashboard alerts that could affect judgment and extends chassis lifespan. Many people skip this step to avoid hassle, only to turn minor issues into major repairs and waste money. Before DIY, just read the manual and prepare a button location diagram—avoid using excessive force that might damage the dashboard.

[MacAdrian]

As a young car owner, I just managed to reset the maintenance light on my Elantra by myself: first, turn off the ignition and remove the key, then press and hold the reset button on the dashboard, turn the key to the ON position without starting the engine, and continue holding for a few seconds until the light goes off. It saves money by avoiding the dealership, cutting costs by dozens of dollars each time. However, incorrect steps might reset the wrong data, so make sure the maintenance is truly completed before operating. Paying regular attention to the car's condition is better than fixing issues last minute—for example, frequently checking the engine oil level. I find this method convenient and a good way to improve hands-on skills, plus the improved car condition makes driving much smoother.