You will need to reset oil change light manually after every oil change. If it is not properly reset the system can’t track when your next oil change is due. Click on the links below for procedures to help you reset oil change light.
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How To Reset Oil Change Light
If you have any issues or questions on the Oil Change Light Reset Procedure please read the information below or check our Frequently Asked Questions page HERE. The information on this site is not intended as repair advice and we are not responsible for any actions you take on any vehicle.
Oil Life Monitor
Many late-model vehicles are equipped with an oil life monitor system. These systems use your engines computer to calculate when you need an oil change based on input from your vehicle’s engine sensors. When your vehicles computer calculates all of these inputs and decides its time for an oil change it will turn on a light or message on your dashboard. You will usually see this message anywhere between 5000 miles (8,000 km) and 8000 miles (13,000 km) depending on the vehicle and driving conditions.
Do I Have An Oil Life Monitor
The first step would be to find out if your vehicle has an oil life monitor. The best place to find out is your owner’s manual. Take a look at how your oil life monitor communicates. Some will simply turn on a light in your dash, or show a written message such as “CHANGE ENGINE OIL”. Others will show the percentage of oil life remaining “OIL LIFE 65%”. Once you know if your vehicle has an oil life monitor and how it communicates you can use it to effectively track your oil changes.
Oil Life Monitor Reset Procedure
When you get your oil changed your oil life monitor must be manually reset. If the oil life monitor is not reset when your oil is changed the system has no way of tracking the oil life and will turn on the change oil warning prematurely. There are so many systems and reset procedures that it is very hard for Service Technicians to keep track of them. If the change oil warning is not on at the when you get your oil changed your Technician may not even know your vehicle has an oil life monitor system and it may not get reset. Let your Technician know your vehicle has an oil life monitor and ask him to reset it. If you learn to reset the system yourself after servicing then you will be sure it’s getting done and you are taking full advantage of the system.
Use the Correct Oil
It’s also important to note that these systems are calibrated to work with the factory-recommended oil. If you use a lower quality oil you may damage your engine by following the oil life monitor. Always use the manufacture recommended oil or an equivalent.
Change Your Oil At Least Once Per Year
Even if your oil life monitor is not telling you its time for an oil change yet it might be time for a change. Some manufactures recommend changing your oil at least once a year regardless of the oil life monitor. Take care of your vehicle and you will get where you need to go safely and efficiently. You will never hurt your vehicle by servicing it to often.
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shawn says
Hello follow the instructions to reset my dodge caliber change oil indicator many times but it did not work
ProTech says
Hi Shawn
You can find the procedure HERE for the Dodge Calber. Make sure to get the pedal all the way to the floor each time.
Kim says
I’ve used the procedure for resetting the oil change light in my 2011 Toyota Sienna before, but it won’t work this time. Any suggestions?
ProTech says
Hi Kim
You can find the Oil Change Light Reset Procedure for your 2011 Toyota Sienna HERE. If its not working, there might be a problem with the Oil Life Monitor system.
Jackie says
Doesn’t work for Jeep Grand Cherokee limited 2014
ProTech says
Hi Jackie
You can find the procedure for the 2014 Grand Cherokee HERE.If you need more information you can find your Owners manual HERE.
barbara shelley says
Where is the panel to reset oil change indicator light to reset on my Chryslerpacifica 2008
ProTech says
Hi Barbara
There is no panel. Follow the procedure HERE to reset the oil life monitor on your 2008 Chrysler Pacifica
Steven Stewart says
Oil change reset is not working 4 a 2010 Mercury Milan …
ProTech says
Hi Steven
Click HERE for the oil life reset procedure for your 2010 Mercury Milan.
kino says
Hi I have an 06′ Lincoln navigator and I was trying to do a reset on the oil change I just did myself.but I was looking on your sight to reset but it did not have my year.please help me on this matter it would be very appreciated,thank u.
ProTech says
Hi Kino
I can’t find any information on a 2006 Lincoln Navigator having an oil life monitor. If your getting a CHANGE OIL message you can try the procedure HERE.
Carl Jr says
2004 Oldsmobile alero 2d 2.2l???
ProTech says
Hi Carl Jr
Click HERE for the oil light reset procedure for your 2004 Oldsmobile Alero