how to reset the oil change light on Alfa Romeo Giulia 952 (2016-Present)

Symptoms

• Oil change light illuminated on the dashboard
• Vehicle maintenance reminder alert
• Engine oil change completed

Diagnostic Steps

1. Ensure the vehicle is in the "OFF" position.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal.
3. Press the start/stop button without pressing the brake pedal to turn on the ignition (but do not start the engine).
4. Wait for the dashboard lights to illuminate, then release the brake pedal.
5. Use the gear selector to navigate to the "Vehicle Settings" menu.
6. Select "Oil Change" or "Maintenance" from the menu options.
7. Follow on-screen instructions to confirm the reset.

Solution

1. Preparation

• Ensure the vehicle is parked on a flat surface and the ignition is turned off.
• Gather the necessary tools: a key fob to access the ignition controls.

2. Ignition Setup

• Sit in the driver’s seat and close all doors.
• Insert the key fob into the ignition slot or have it ready if using the push-button start.

3. Reset Procedure

• Step 1: Press and hold the brake pedal firmly.
• Step 2: Press the start/stop button without pressing the brake pedal; this turns on the ignition.
• Step 3: Wait for the dashboard lights to come on, then release the brake pedal.
• Step 4: Navigate to the "Vehicle Settings" using the gear selector or dashboard controls.
• Step 5: Locate and select "Oil Change" or "Maintenance" from the menu.
• Step 6: Confirm the reset by following the on-screen prompts.