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how to reset the maintenance light on my Toyota Corolla E140 (2006-2013)

Toyota Corolla E140 (2006-2013)

Severity: lowDifficulty: easyless than 10 minutes
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Problem Statement

Learn how to reset the maintenance light on your 2006-2013 Toyota Corolla E140. Step-by-step guide for a quick and easy reset process.

Component
Electrical
Repair Time
less than 10 minutes

Safety Warnings

  • ⚠Ensure the vehicle is in park and the engine is off while performing the reset procedure.

Symptoms

  • •Maintenance light illuminated on the dashboard
  • •Reminder message displayed regarding upcoming service
  • •No other performance issues typically associated with vehicle function

Diagnostic Steps

  1. 1Ensure the vehicle is in the 'OFF' position and the key is removed from the ignition.
  2. 2Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the 'ON' position without starting the engine.
  3. 3Press the odometer button until the trip meter shows 'Odo' or 'Trip A'.
  4. 4Turn the ignition off again.
  5. 5While holding the odometer button, turn the ignition back to the 'ON' position.
  6. 6Continue holding the odometer button until the maintenance light blinks and then goes off.

Solution

Solution

1. Preparation

  • Gather necessary tools: key to the ignition, and confirm the vehicle is parked safely.
  • Ensure the vehicle is in a stationary position.

2. Key Positioning

  • Insert the key into the ignition.
  • Turn the key to the "ON" position without starting the engine.

3. Trip Meter Reset

  • Locate the odometer button on the instrument cluster.
  • Press and hold the odometer button until the display shows "Odo".

4. Ignition Off

  • Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position while continuing to hold the odometer button.

5. Re-engage Ignition

  • While still holding the odometer button, turn the ignition back to the "ON" position.

6. Maintenance Light Reset

  • Keep holding the odometer button until the maintenance light blinks and then turns off.
  • Release the odometer button.

Verification

After completing the repair, verify that the issue has been resolved:

  • Test the affected component to ensure it functions correctly
  • Check for any error codes or warning lights
  • Monitor the vehicle for a few days to ensure the issue does not recur

Prevention Tips

To prevent this issue from occurring again:

  • •Follow the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule
  • •Address warning signs early before they develop into major issues
  • •Use quality parts and fluids recommended for your vehicle
  • •Keep detailed records of all repairs and maintenance

Tools & Equipment Required

  • Ignition key

Parts Required

  • None

Additional Information

Component

Electrical

Repair Time

less than 10 minutes

Difficulty

easy

Severity

low

Tools

1 items

Parts

1 items

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