What is the method for resetting the oil maintenance reminder on the Kia K3?
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The method for resetting the oil maintenance reminder on the Kia K3 is: 1. Press the tipe button to display the maintenance reminder number; 2. Press and hold the tipe button for a few seconds to bring up the menu, then select the consumables setting; 3. Press rest to confirm. Taking the 2021 Kia K3 as an example, it is a compact car with body dimensions of: length 4660mm, width 1780mm, height 1450mm, wheelbase of 2700mm, and a body weight of 1265kg. The 2021 Kia K3 is equipped with a 1.4T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 130PS, maximum torque of 211Nm, maximum power of 96kW, and is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Last time I changed the oil myself, I researched this. Resetting the maintenance reminder for the Kia K3 is quite simple. First, sit in the car without starting the engine, turn the key to the ON position to power up the dashboard. Then look at the right side of the dashboard, find that small TRIP button, press and hold it until the maintenance indicator starts flashing. Next, use the up and down buttons on the steering wheel to navigate to the oil life section, then press the OK button to confirm the reset. The whole process takes at most two minutes, but note that older models with physical buttons require holding the reset lever on the dashboard. After resetting, remember to start the engine and check if the warning light disappears - if not, the operation might not have been done correctly or it might actually be time for an oil change. It's best to reset it during regular maintenance to avoid being distracted by irrelevant alerts while driving.
I've been driving my K3 for three years and covered 50,000 kilometers. I've memorized the maintenance reset procedure by heart. After turning the key to the second position when the dashboard lights up, there's a reset button on the right side of the multifunction steering wheel. Hold it down until the menu pops up on the screen, then select the oil life reset option. Some car enthusiasts mentioned operation failures, possibly because they started pressing before the system self-check was complete. Wait until all screen icons are loaded before operating. Remember not to press the brake pedal during reset, otherwise the engine will start. Additionally, there are differences between model years; newer models can find the maintenance reset more conveniently directly in the vehicle settings on the central control screen. Regular resets can avoid false alarms on the dashboard, and doing it yourself saves a trip to the dealership.
