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how to reset oil maintenance light on Toyota RAV4 XA40 (2013-2018)

Toyota RAV4 XA40 (2013-2018)

Severity: lowDifficulty: easy5-10 minutes
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Problem Statement

Learn how to reset the oil maintenance light on a 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4 XA40. Step-by-step guide for a quick and easy reset after an oil change.

Component
Electrical
Repair Time
5-10 minutes

Safety Warnings

  • ⚠Ensure the vehicle is in park and the ignition is not in the 'START' position during the reset process.

Symptoms

  • •Oil maintenance light illuminated on the dashboard
  • •No other warning lights present
  • •Light remains on after oil change

Diagnostic Steps

  1. 1Ensure the vehicle is parked on a level surface and the ignition is turned off.
  2. 2Insert the key into the ignition or press the start button without pressing the brake pedal to turn on the accessories without starting the engine.
  3. 3Check that the odometer reading is displayed on the instrument panel.

Solution

Solution

1. Preparation

  • Gather necessary tools: None required for this procedure.
  • Ensure the vehicle is in park (automatic transmission).

2. Access the Maintenance Reset Mode

  1. Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position (do not start the engine) or press the start button twice without pressing the brake pedal.
  2. Press the gas pedal slowly three times within 5 seconds.

3. Reset the Oil Maintenance Light

  1. After pressing the gas pedal three times, turn the ignition off.
  2. Turn the ignition back to the "ON" position (again, do not start the engine).
  3. Verify the oil maintenance light is no longer illuminated.

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

  • None

Parts Required

  • None

Additional Information

Component

Electrical

Repair Time

5-10 minutes

Difficulty

easy

Severity

low

Tools

1 items

Parts

1 items

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