- Start your car’s engine.
- Depending on the model, switch your odometer/trip display to ODO mode or TRIP A mode.
- Switch off the ignition.
- Turning the ignition switch back on while holding down the Trip Meter Reset button.
- Watch for the maintenance light to start blinking, then solidify before turning off.
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How can you stop a Lexus from needing maintenance?
Put your trip display or odometer in TRIP A or ODO mode. Activate the off position on the ignition switch. As you turn the ignition switch back to the “on” position, press and hold the Trip Meter Reset button. Watch for the maintenance light on your Lexus to blink, then become solid, and finally turn off.
Why does my car indicate maintenance is needed following an oil change?
- Turn the key in the ignition while maintaining pressure on the ODO button. till the dash lights turn on. Avoid starting the car.
- Release the ODO button once it starts to show zeros, then flip the key back to the “off” position.
- Verify that the odometer’s (ODO) total mileage displaytypically the ‘A’ displayis on.
- Press and hold the ODO reset / readout button while the engine is off.
- If the car is on, turn it off.
- Now the light will read “MAINT REQD.”
- The ODO display will briefly flash before beginning to display only zeros.
What ‘MAINT REQD’ Means
Within 5000 miles of the last reset, the “MAINT REQD” indicator illuminates. It is merely a mileage counter meant to serve as a reminder to the user that an oil change is required and in no way indicates any system failure. If a specialist has always performed maintenance on your Toyota, they reset it after each oil change. It should be noted that the recommended oil change interval is not always 5000 miles. To find out how frequently the oil in your Camry needs to be changed, consult the owner’s manual and your usual technician.
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Why does my maintenance light come on after I change the oil?
Second, restarting the counter after changing the oil involves resetting the maintenance required light. As a consequence, you may travel securely on roads and you won’t need to manually count the miles since after 5,000 miles, this light will alert you that it’s time for a fresh oil change.
What happens after I change the oil in my car?
Reset Oil Change Indicator
- Turn on the ignition.
- Both the stop and accelerator pedals should be fully depressed.
- Maintain firm pressure on the brake and accelerator pedals.
- A notice verifying the reset process is ongoing appears after three seconds.
How can I turn off the message that my Toyota needs maintenance?
Turn your key to position two after pressing and holding the trip meter reset button on the dashboard. Hold the odometer button down for a further ten seconds. The light should then begin to flash and potentially beep before turning off. Start the vehicle after releasing the odometer button.