How to Reset the Vehicle Maintenance Reminder Light?
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To reset the vehicle maintenance reminder light, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the ignition switch; 2. Press and hold the trip meter reset button on the instrument cluster; 3. Turn on the ignition switch, and the odometer display will start counting down; 4. When the display shows 0000.0, release the button to reset the maintenance reminder. The reasons for the maintenance reminder light to illuminate are: 1. The maintenance was not reset after completion; 2. The maintenance light is malfunctioning; 3. The vehicle requires maintenance. Maintenance precautions include: 1. Avoid running the engine for long periods in an unventilated garage; 2. Avoid sucking on fuel pipes with your mouth; 3. Avoid getting carburetor cleaner on the vehicle body.
Last time my car showed the maintenance reminder light, here's how I handled it: First, turn the key to the ignition position without starting the engine, then press and hold the small trip reset button on the dashboard for about 10 seconds. At this point, the maintenance menu will pop up. Use the steering wheel buttons to select the reset option, then press the confirm button. Some models require simultaneously pressing the brake and accelerator pedals - that's how I solved it with my old Accord. After completing the procedure, turn off and restart the engine, and the light should go off. If you can't find the button location, check the user manual in the glove compartment - the maintenance section usually clearly explains the steps. Remember to be patient when doing it yourself, and try a few times - you'll succeed eventually.
