How to reset the maintenance light on the Nissan Qashqai?
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The method to reset the maintenance light on the Nissan Qashqai is as follows: 1. Start the engine; 2. Use the steering wheel toggle buttons to switch the instrument display to the maintenance settings; 3. Press and hold the "TRIP RESET" button on the center console until the data refreshes, and the maintenance light will reset. The Nissan Qashqai is a model under Dongfeng Nissan, positioned between a compact SUV and a hatchback. The vehicle's dimensions are 4315mm in length, 1783mm in width, and 1606mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2630mm. In terms of power, the Qashqai is equipped with a 2.0L inline four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum power of 102 kW and a maximum torque of 198 Nm.
Last time I helped a friend reset the maintenance light on their X-Trail. For the older models, it's quite simple: turn the ignition to ON without starting the engine, quickly press the TRIP button on the left side of the center console three times, and immediately press and hold the brake pedal. The dashboard will flash to indicate entry into the setup interface. Then use the TRIP button to navigate to the oil maintenance item and hold the button for more than five seconds to reset. The newer models with LCD screens are even more convenient. Use the page-turning button on the right side of the steering wheel to select the setup menu, find the maintenance reminder item under vehicle maintenance, and reset it. However, note that different model years of Nissan may vary. I once encountered a 2012 model that required a combination of dashboard button operations—holding the ODO button and then powering on for ten seconds before it took effect.
After driving the Nissan Qashqai for over two years, I found resetting the maintenance light isn't difficult. Close the door and sit in the driver's seat, turn the key to the power position without pressing the accelerator. When the odometer flashes, press and hold the cylindrical button at the lower right corner of the dashboard until the wrench symbol disappears. This method works well for the 2016 model. For post-2019 touchscreen versions, it's even more straightforward - swipe right from the left side of the main menu to access the quick settings area, enter the maintenance plan to manually reset the cycle, and you can also adjust the mileage for the next service. Actually, the maintenance light is just a timer - if you don't reset it after an oil change, it might mislead you about the next maintenance schedule.
