How to Reset the Wrench Icon on the Dashboard?
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The method to reset the wrench icon on the dashboard: 1. With the engine off, press and hold the trip meter reset button located below the tachometer; 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, then release the trip meter reset button. The display will show the SERVICE indicator; 3. Pull out the minute button on the clock and turn it to the right. The mileage will appear on the display; 4. Turn off the engine to reset the reminder message; 5. Turn the ignition to the ON position again, and the SERVICE indicator will disappear. The wrench icon on the dashboard does not indicate a vehicle malfunction but serves as a reminder for scheduled maintenance. The wrench alert is a feature set by car manufacturers to remind owners to perform maintenance at specific mileage intervals. After maintenance, the reminder light must be reset following a specific procedure to turn it off.
I just helped a friend deal with that little wrench icon on the dashboard. It's actually a maintenance reminder light, telling you the car needs servicing. The reset method is pretty straightforward, but requires some caution. The general steps are: Turn off the engine (don't start the car), then press and hold the button on the dashboard - some cars use the trip reset button - while turning the key to the ON position (without starting the ignition). Wait patiently for a few seconds until the wrench icon disappears or the dashboard numbers reset. However, different cars have different procedures - my German car requires a specific button combination, while Japanese models might be simpler. If you can't figure it out, the safest option is to visit a 4S shop or repair shop where they can reset it with a computer. Don't worry, driving with this light on won't affect the car, but it keeps reminding you about maintenance. While regular maintenance is good for the vehicle, the constant reminder can be annoying sometimes. I recommend car owners develop a habit of regular maintenance - this reduces how often the light appears and prevents potential damage from improper DIY attempts.
