How to Turn Off the Maintenance Reminder?

[SanKayden]

Maintenance reminder deactivation method: 1. First turn off the car's ignition, then press and hold the SET button on the right side of the dashboard with your left hand; 2. While holding the SET button, turn on the ignition switch; 3. Release the SET button, then press it once more; 4. Turn off the ignition switch, then turn it back on to complete the maintenance reminder reset. To ensure normal vehicle operation, manufacturers have installed certain reminder indicator lights during production. The maintenance light serves to alert the owner to perform maintenance promptly. After maintenance is completed, the 4S shop will use a diagnostic tool to reset the maintenance light. The quickest and most accurate way to clear the maintenance reminder is by using a diagnostic tool. It is recommended that owners have the reminder light cleared at the 4S shop after maintenance or visit an authorized 4S shop for reset.

[StCarlos]

I've been driving for over 20 years and know all about turning off maintenance reminders. For most cars, just turn the key to the ignition-on position (without starting the engine), then press and hold that small button on the dashboard for about 10 seconds. Like my old Volkswagen - you just need to keep pressing the right knob until the screen flashes a few times. But there are big differences between models - some require using steering wheel buttons to navigate menus for the maintenance reset option. Always check the manual in your glove compartment first for detailed instructions. If you really can't figure it out, just visit the dealership - they'll get it done in two minutes. The key is to properly reset it according to the maintenance schedule. Don't just disable reminders to save trouble, or you might miss required maintenance.

[DamianLynn]

Last time my car's maintenance reminder popped up and it really freaked me out. I searched online for a long time and found the operation was super simple: after turning off the engine, press and hold the reset button on the left side of the dashboard, turn the key to the power-on position but don't start the engine, wait for the wrench symbol to disappear before releasing. Japanese cars seem to require holding it a few seconds longer. Nowadays, newer cars are even smarter, you can directly turn off the reminder in the vehicle maintenance settings menu on the central control screen. But what annoys me the most are certain models that require connecting to a computer to reset, those you can only get done at the 4S shop. My advice is to read the manual as soon as you buy a new car and take photos of the common function operations to save in your phone.

[LaKaylee]

Dealing with maintenance reminders is no trouble for me. First, locate the reset button, usually found on the right side of the dashboard or below the steering wheel. After powering off, hold it down while turning on the ignition for about ten seconds and observe the indicator lights. German cars often use combination buttons, like the turn signal lever + wiper button. American cars might require pressing the accelerator three times in succession. If all else fails, there's the brute-force method: simply disconnect the negative battery terminal for half a minute, though you'll have to reset the clock afterward. Remember, procedures vary greatly between brands—American, Japanese, and German cars have completely different reset methods. Once, while helping a neighbor with their Hyundai, it took forever to realize you had to press both the brake and accelerator simultaneously—quite peculiar indeed.

[HaleyDella]

I followed the steps on page 73 of the manual exactly. First turn off the engine, hold down the odometer button without releasing, then turn on the ignition switch until the wrench icon flashes - that means success. For Hyundai vehicles, you need to press both the accelerator and brake pedals simultaneously, while Toyota models require additional operation of the windshield wiper stalk. Nowadays, I usually let the 4S shop reset it after maintenance to save myself the hassle. Once when I borrowed a friend's car, the reminder light kept popping up - it turned out they forgot to reset the counter after the last service. I recommend having technicians check the settings during annual maintenance, especially for vehicles that frequently change oil types, as proper matching is crucial.

[MacJace]

Researched various methods to turn off maintenance reminders for different car models. Mechanical button operations are the simplest, while electronic screen operations are actually more convenient, like Ford's Sync system where a few taps will do the job. For modified cars, be aware that those with replaced dashboards might require a diagnostic computer to reset. I always keep an OBD scanner handy; just plug it in and use a phone app to reset the reminder. The most interesting case is older BMW models, which require pressing the BC button and the turn signal lever a specific number of times. The key is to understand the principle—this reminder is essentially the vehicle computer's timer being reset to zero. Regularly resetting it allows the system to accurately calculate the next maintenance interval. Never just pull the fuse to get it over with.